Office of Research & Sponsored Programs

Sam Houston State University continues to expand its impact in agricultural and environmental research, securing seven awards through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Plant Protection Act (PPA) Program for Fiscal Year 2024.

These grants, totaling $410,526, support projects aimed at safeguarding plant health, preventing the introduction of invasive pests and diseases, and strengthening domestic agricultural systems.

As SHSU researchers continue to engage in impactful work within plant health and biosecurity, these awards reinforce the university’s growing role in supporting national agricultural priorities.

Congratulations to all the awardees!

Date: February 13, 2025
Time: 9:30 - 3:30 p.m. (come and go)
Location: Smith-Hutson Business Building Foyer (outside Mafrige Auditorium)

The College of Business Administration (COBA) will soon host its annual COBA Research Day, providing a platform for faculty and students to present their latest research and engage in meaningful discussions. This event will highlight innovative studies across various business disciplines, fostering collaboration and advancing knowledge in areas such as financial markets, consumer behavior, business analytics, entrepreneurship, and management strategies.

Don't miss this opportunity to exchange ideas and explore new research directions that contribute to both academic and industry advancements.

For questions, please contact Dr. Willow Yang.

The Grant Writing Circle, a collaborative initiative between ORSP and the College of Education (COE), recently provided faculty with dedicated time and support to develop competitive grant proposals.

This session brought together researchers working on their applications with a diverse team of experts, including ORSP’s Compliance and Submissions & Awards staff, as well as specialists from the Newton Gresham Library and COE offering guidance on data management and evaluation strategies.

Through hands-on feedback, one-on-one consultations, and structured writing time, participants refined their proposals while addressing key elements such as budgeting, compliance requirements, and effective data organization.

The Grant Writing Circle continues to serve as a valuable resource, equipping faculty with the tools and support needed to strengthen their grant applications and increase funding success.

For more information on upcoming Grant Writing Circles, contact ORSP at funding@shsu.edu or follow us on social media to stay tuned!

SPARK (Sharing Projects and Research Knowledge) Collaborative is an engaging event designed to break down barriers in grant writing, inspire interdisciplinary collaboration, and spark new ideas to secure external funding.

📅 Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Location: TBD (stay tuned)
🍽️ Lunch, snacks, and drinks provided

Why Attend?

•  Interactive Sessions – Gain fresh perspectives and practical strategies for approaching grant writing with confidence and creativity.

•  Collaboration Opportunities – Network with faculty across disciplines to explore potential research partnerships.

•  Success Stories & Insights – Hear from faculty who have successfully navigated the grant process with interdisciplinary teams.

🔗 RSVP by March 7 to secure your spot (and your lunch)!

For more information, contact funding@shsu.edu. Feel free to share this invitation with colleagues who may benefit!

Join us and ignite the SPARK for groundbreaking research and collaboration!

Faculty and students navigating SHSU’s Cayuse IRB system now have access to two new resources designed to enhance understanding and streamline the submission process for Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications.

🔹 Cayuse IRB Quick Start Guide – Based on feedback from the Cayuse Satisfaction Survey, this guide provides step-by-step instructions on key system functions, helping users efficiently navigate SHSU’s Human Ethics Submission System. The guide is available for download here.

🔹 Cayuse IRB Training Environment – A new training environment is now available for faculty who wish to train students on navigating the Cayuse system. This educational tool allows users to explore and practice within the system without affecting actual research submissions. Faculty and students can access it using SHSU SSO credentials at https://shsu.uat.cayuse.com/.

These new tools aim to enhance efficiency and confidence when working with IRB submissions at SHSU. For more details, please download the provided Cayuse IRB Quick Start Guide and Training Environment Guide.

For questions or additional support, please reach out to Sharla Miles.

Date: February 25, 2025
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom

This session will provide hands-on insights into how AI can streamline research, enhance teaching, and improve daily productivity. Whether you're looking to boost efficiency in your academic work or integrate AI-driven strategies into your classroom, this workshop is for you!

Join us on Zoom and unlock the potential of AI in education!

For more information, contact Maribeth Jorgensen.

The Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) is excited to offer a free series of Hanover Research training webinars exclusively for TEES Regional Division partner faculty. These sessions provide valuable insights and skills to support faculty in their research and project development efforts.

📅 When: Third Thursday of each month (Spring Semester)
🕙 Time: 10:00 – 11:00 AM CT
💻 Where: Virtual – Register Today!

Can’t attend live? No problem! A recording and slides will be sent to all registered participants. However, these materials will only be available to those who register in advance.

Spring 2025 Webinar Schedule:

📌 February 20, 2025 – Scaling Up Your Research

📌 March 20, 2025 – How to Write Proposal Resubmissions

📌 April 17, 2025 – Integrating Theory into Grant Proposals

Contact our Proposal Development team if you have any questions.

The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is seeking faculty experts to serve as peer review panelists for USDA grant programs. Participating in these panels provides faculty with valuable insight into the grant review process, strengthens grant-writing skills, and expands professional networks within the research community.

We encourage CoSET faculty to take advantage of this opportunity to support the research community while gaining valuable experience to enhance their own grant applications.

If you are interested in serving as a reviewer, learn more and sign up at NIFA Panelist Recruitment.

We appreciate the dedication of SHSU faculty in advancing research that addresses critical societal and environmental challenges. This year, five SHSU researchers have been awarded funding through the USDA Plant Protection Act (PPA) program, securing support for projects that contribute to plant health, pest management, and agricultural sustainability.

Congratulations to our awarded PIs!

(L-R)

🌿 Dr. Ashley Morgan-Olvera – Continuation of Invasive Citrus Pests & Disease Education across Gulf-Coastal Texas Counties.

📱 Dr. Ulan Dakeev – Development of an Augmented Reality Mobile App to Increase Awareness of Priority Pests.

🌲 Dr. Chris Randle – New Tools for Generating Predictive Maps of Potential Invasive Forest Pests.

🚜 Dr. Kylee Kleiner – Field Crop Pest Survey & Asian Defoliator Survey.

🐞 Dr. Iftekhar Basith – Enhancing Agricultural Literacy through 3D Animation & AI Models.

SHSU remains committed to fostering innovation and impactful research across all disciplines. Today, we celebrate these outstanding faculty members for their success in securing PPA funding and their continued contributions to scientific discovery!

SHSU Grant Activity as of January 2025

FY25 (YTD)

86 Proposals submitted for $80,820,548

27 Proposals awarded for $6,772,966

FY24 (YTD)

86 Proposals submitted for $47,132,779

36 Proposals awarded for $18,877,176

The Office of Assessment is now accepting applications for its Assessment Mini-Grant Program for the 2025-2026 academic year. These competitive grants provide funding to faculty and staff at SHSU to support assessment-related activities, including:

✅ New or ongoing assessment practices within programs, offices, or departments
✅ Travel funding to present assessment-related research at professional conferences

📌 Award Amount: Up to $1,000 per recipient
📌 Application Deadline: May 23, 2025

Interested applicants are encouraged to review the Mini-Grant Application and Rubric before applying:

🔗 Mini-Grant Application
🔗 Mini-Grant Application Rubric
🔗 Mini-Grant Website

For assistance or questions, please contact Tama Hamrick or the Office of Assessment.

Roses are red, violets are blue, the perfect grant is out there—just waiting for you! 💌

Our Opportunity Spotlight Database consists of pre-screened, research-aligned funding opportunities that are a good fit for SHSU. Our team has played cupid, doing the groundwork to pair faculty and staff with grants and fellowships that match your expertise and needs.

💖 Updated weekly—because the best funding matches keep rolling in!
💖 Find it anytime on our Find Funding page.

Use the filters and tools below to find your match!

Explore our collection of webinars, trainings, templates, and other tools to support your research. We’re committed to continuous improvement, so feel free to share any feedback or suggestions for new resources.

Our team is always accessible, and ready to support you at any stage of your research endeavors.

If you are still in the ideation stage or looking for funding opportunities, reach out to our Research and Proposal Development team.

If you have already identified a grant and are ready to begin developing your proposal, submit a Pre-Proposal Notification (PPN) form, and our team will assign a team member to assist you with preparation and submission.

Do you have a project, event, or success story you'd like to share with the SHSU community? We're always looking to highlight the incredible work happening across campus. Submit a content request form and your story could be featured in our next newsletter!

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