
Division of Research and Economic Development
The Division of Research and Economic Development supports the campus community by providing a variety of resources and expertise to promote university research and sponsored programs.
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Sponsored Programs
From identifying grant opportunities and writing grant proposals to ensuring research integrity and compliance, our office provides a variety of resources and expertise to promote university research and sponsored programs.


Research Integrity and Compliance
We ensure compliance with federal, state, and system regulations by providing consultations, education, and information to help the research community achieve the highest standards of ethical research conduct.
Economic Development
We facilitate economic growth in the community by cultivating and strengthening partnerships that serve the needs of the Northeast Texas region.


Export Control
We ensure integrity and compliance with export control regulations enacted by the U.S. government to control the export of sensitive equipment, software, and technology to protect our national and economic security.
Faculty Spotlight

Lucy Pickering, Ph.D.
Ted and Donna Lyon Center for Gamebird Research
The Ted and Donna Lyon Center for Gamebird Research seeks to revolutionize research, education and collaboration in order to foster sustainable gamebird populations in the state.

Upcoming events

Research Engagement
The Division of Research and Economic Development hosts a variety of events for the campus research community, including symposia that highlight undergraduate and graduate student research, and research training opportunities for faculty, staff, and students.
Research News
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ETAMU Researchers Advance Athlete and Tactical Readiness at ROARHP Lab
The Department of Health and Human Performance at East Texas A&M is home to one of the most versatile and innovative facilities in the region: the ROARHP Lab.

Growing the Future: How ETAMU Faculty Aim to Transform Urban Agriculture Through Hydroponics
Inside the greenhouses at East Texas A&M University, a new kind of farming is taking shape, one that doesn’t require soil, takes up only a fraction of the space and could help feed the growing cities of tomorrow.

From Classroom to Creek: East Texas A&M Students Study Elusive Painted Crayfish
Students lead research into rare painted crayfish, gaining experience in conservation and highlighting the university's commitment to discovery.
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Contact Us
- Division of Research and Economic Development
- 903.886.5964
- 903.468.8784
- Nursing and Health Sciences 320
- 2600 South Neal Street
- Commerce, TX 75428
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75429-3011