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$78.8 Million
In FY2023, total research expenditures, including institutional research funds, increased by over $18.1 million from the previous year
$42.4 Million
In FY2023, restricted research expenditures saw the highest annual increase in UTRGV history
45
Doctoral degrees awarded in Academic Year 2023, contributing to UTRGV's research excellence
Research Resources
Learn more about the resources designed to support UTRGV faculty and staff in conducting transformative research
ARGO
ARGO streamlines the Sponsored Program Intake process, offering a user-friendly system that enhances workflow efficiency and accuracy in research and grant management.
Learn moreForms, Policies & Guidelines
A comprehensive collection of forms, policies, guidelines, and procedures necessary for conducting research. These documents ensure compliance, aid in grant applications, and clarify regulations, providing support to faculty, staff, and students.
Learn moreInstitutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
The IACUC is responsible for ensuring the humane care and treatment of animals used in research, training, teaching, and biological testing, in compliance with ethical standards.
Learn moreInstitutional Biosafety Committee (IBC)
The IBC reviews research involving recombinant DNA and biohazardous materials, ensuring that researchers follow best practices and safety protocols in the use of biological agents at UTRGV.
Learn moreInstitutional Review Board (IRB)
The IRB at UTRGV ensures that all research participants are treated ethically and assists researchers in incorporating human subjects’ protections in their study designs and implementations.
Learn moreIntent to Submit a Proposal
Faculty and staff must complete this form for all external funding requests. A Research Services Coordinator will assist with the application process once all required fields are filled.
Learn moreCenters and Institues
UTRGV is home to a range of centers and institutes that drive research and innovation across multiple disciplines. These centers provide valuable resources, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and support groundbreaking research that addresses both local and global challenges.
Explore our Centers and InstitutesResearch Pathways
Our Research Pathways focus on key areas: Societal Impact, Border Studies, Health Research, Innovation, Sustainability, Space Science, and Data Analytics. These pathways guide our efforts, driving research productivity and growth while aligning with UTRGV's long-term goals.
Discover our Research PathwaysResearch News
At The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, researchers are turning everyday glass waste into a possible innovative solution for coastal erosion and to be used in sustainable agriculture. The projects will not only transform recycled glass into a shield against the forces of nature, but also evaluates its potential as a novel agricultural medium – proving that your glass bottle’s next life might just be its most impactful yet.
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UTRGV researchers are working toward a treatment for cancer that doesn’t compromise the patient’s heart health, a long-lasting side effect of some medications.
UTRGV has been awarded a $467,325 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's National Institute of Justice (NIJ) for a forensic research project aimed at transforming age-at-death estimation in forensic science.
Dr. Manohar Chakrabarti, assistant professor of Plant Functional Genomics in the UTRGV School of Integrative Biological and Chemical Sciences (SIBCS), has been awarded a $503,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to help develop climate-smart crops.