{"id":8931,"date":"2026-11-03T09:34:13","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T15:34:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/research\/?page_id=8931"},"modified":"2026-11-10T10:36:04","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T16:36:04","slug":"about-us-2027","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tarleton.edu\/research\/about-us-2027\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us 2027"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The mission of the Division of Research, Innovation, and Economic Development (RIED) is to create an entrepreneurial ecosystem within Tarleton to promote excellence in research scholarship, and creative activities that drive innovation and economic development to improve the way we live, learn, and meet societal needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Research Staff Listing<\/a>      <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Connect with the team supporting research and innovation at Tarleton State University.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Research Centers and Institutes<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Explore research centers and institutes advancing discovery, collaboration, and innovation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Vice President of RIED<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Learn about the leadership guiding Tarleton State’s research and innovation initiatives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Texan Research Program<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

A web-based resource connecting Tarleton researchers, expertise, and equipment to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and advance research opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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RIED Research Newsletters<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Stay informed with the latest updates, opportunities, and highlights from RIED.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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RIED Research Symposium<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Celebrate research, scholarship, and innovation through faculty-led student presentations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Research Council Members <\/a>   <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Meet the faculty and university representatives who help guide research priorities and initiatives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Internal Research Incentive Funding for Faculty<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Explore research support and incentive funding opportunities that foster innovation and advance faculty research at Tarleton State.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Research News<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Read the latest research achievements, announcements, and stories from across Tarleton State.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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PERS<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Learn about the Presidential Excellence in Research Scholars program and its commitment to advancing research excellence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our vision is to be a national leader in research excellence by fostering an environment where innovative scholarship and creative activity thrive within a framework of rigorous compliance and ethical integrity. We are dedicated to minimizing administrative barriers to ensure our faculty and students can focus on high-impact research that addresses complex societal challenges, and catalyzes innovation, student success, community resilience, and economic prosperity across North Central Texas and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Located at 1225 N. US Hwy 281, Stephenville, TX 76401 (Corner of Lingleville Rd. and Hwy 281)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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