Division of Research
– About Us
About us and what we do!
Empowering Scholarship and Discovery!
Scholarships and Grants for Research, Assistance for Research Collaboration. We oversee the University Center for Applied Research and Engagement (UCARE).
About Us – What we do!
The Division of Research and Innovation works to support university researchers at all levels by providing a variety of resources and expertise to promote university research and sponsored programs.
Scholarships and Grants for Research, Assistance for Research Collaboration
We provide comprehensive support for faculty, staff, and student scholarships by offering connections to TAMU Sponsored Research Services (SRS) for grant application assistance and the Texas Engineering Experiment Station for research collaboration. We also oversee human subjects research through the Institutional Review Board (IRB) and work with biological materials through the Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBC), ensuring compliance and financial monitoring with the MAESTRO project management system.
UCARE: Faculty and Staff Opportunities to Work on Research and Mentor
We oversee the University Center for Applied Research and Engagement (UCARE), which provides faculty and staff opportunities to work on research with local, state, and national governments and nonprofit organizations and to mentor graduate and undergraduate students. Information is available through our office on the IRB, IACUC, IBC, FCOI, MAESTRO, SRS, UCARE, and FAQ support for research questions.
Sponsored Research Services (SRS)
Texas A&M University Sponsored Research Services
All pre-award services are provided by Texas A&M University Sponsored Research Services (SRS) and we assist university personnel in submitting proposals for external funding before they are submitted to SRS. Post-award services are now handled by the Texas A&M University System Research Administration Office. Information about pre-award support from SRS can be found on the TAMU SRS Website. For assistance with post-award services contact us by email ([email protected]) or visit our offices in Founders Hall, suite 418.
We maintain the university’s research funding and administration databases. For more information highlighting the growth and impact of research and sponsored projects at Texas A&M University-Central Texas, please visit the By The Numbers webpage where you can learn more about proposals submitted, grant funding secured, sponsored projects managed, Principal Investigators served, and research expenditures.
Institutional Information
Our Vision, Mission and Guiding Principles
Our Mission
The Division of Research and Innovation empowers collaboration among faculty and students that integrates research and education, fosters professional development, and cultivates supportive environments.
Our Vision
The Division of Research and Innovation will empower A&M-Central Texas to become a national leader in providing opportunities for students to engage in research and innovation by cultivating faculty as leaders of supportive research and innovation student teams.
Our Guiding Principles
• INTEGRITY: Evidence-based decisions guided by our mission and values demonstrate integrity and accountability in our commitment to student success.
• INNOVATION: Through strengthened connections and collaborative partnerships, our community drives innovation and meets diverse needs.
• CREATIVITY: Anticipating and shaping the future of education, our creativity and flexibility embody adaptability and innovation.
• EXCELLENCE: Our commitment to excellence in academics and scholarship drives us to uphold high standards for critical thinking and continuous improvement.
• CARING SUPPORT: We actively cultivate a caring environment where empathy and support guide our interactions, ensuring that the needs and challenges of each individual are met with understanding.
• COMMUNITY CONNECTION: Fostering a welcoming environment, we value and connect with each individual in our community.
Contact: Main Office
Contact us by phone, email or visit us in person. We are located in Founders Hall, 4th floor, Suite 418.
M-F 8am to 5pm.


Associate Provost,
Associate VP for Research and Innovation
Office: Founders Hall – 418B
Division of Research and Innovation
Phone: 254.519.5427
Email: [email protected]
Assistant Vice President,
Division of Research and Innovation
Office: Founders Hall – 418A
Division of Research and Innovation
Phone: 254.519.5761
Email: [email protected]
Director, UCARE
Division of Research and Innovation
Office: Founders Hall – 310P
Division of Research and Innovation,
UCARE
Phone: 254.519.5752
Email: [email protected]
Research Development Associate
Office: Founders Hall – 418C
Division of Research and Innovation
Phone: 254.519.5741
Email: [email protected]
