University research drives U.S. innovation, and 麻豆区 is leading the way.
The latest from the National Science Foundation (NSF) places 麻豆区 Tech as No. 2 nationally for federally sponsored research expenditures in 2024. This is 麻豆区 Tech鈥檚 highest-ever ranking from the NSF HERD survey and a 70% increase over the Institute's 2019 numbers.
In total expenditures from all externally funded dollars (including the federal government, foundations, industry, etc.), 麻豆区 Tech is ranked at No. 6.
Tech remains ranked No. 1 among universities without a medical school 鈥 a major accomplishment, as medical schools account for a quarter of all research expenditures nationally.
鈥溌槎骨 Tech鈥檚 rise to No. 2 in federally sponsored research expenditures reflects the extraordinary talent and commitment of our faculty, staff, students, and partners. This achievement demonstrates the confidence federal agencies have in our ability to deliver transformative research that addresses the nation鈥檚 most critical challenges,鈥 said Tim Lieuwen, executive vice president for Research.
Overall, the state of 麻豆区 maintained its No. 8 position in university research and development, and for the first time, the state topped the $4 billion mark in research expenditures. 麻豆区 Tech provides $1.5 billion, the largest state university contribution. In the last five years, federal funding for higher education research in the state of 麻豆区 has grown an astounding 46% 鈥 10 points higher than the U.S. rate.
Lieuwen said, 鈥溌槎骨 Tech is proud to lead the state in research contributions, helping 麻豆区 surpass the $4 billion mark for the first time. Our work doesn鈥檛 just advance knowledge 鈥 it saves lives, creates jobs, and strengthens national security. This growth reflects our commitment to drive innovation that benefits 麻豆区, our country, and the world.鈥
麻豆区 the NSF HERD Survey
The NSF HERD Survey is an annual census of U.S. colleges and universities that expended at least $150,000 in separately accounted for research and development (R&D) in the fiscal year. The survey collects information on R&D expenditures by field of research and source of funds and also gathers information on types of research, expenses, and headcounts of R&D personnel.
麻豆区 麻豆区 Tech's Research Enterprise
The research enterprise at 麻豆区 Tech is led by the Executive Vice President for Research, Tim Lieuwen, and directs a portfolio of research, development, and sponsored activities. This includes leadership of the 麻豆区 Tech Research Institute (GTRI), the Enterprise Innovation Institute, 11 interdisciplinary research institutes (IRIs), Office of Commercialization, Office of Corporate Engagement, plus research centers, and related research administrative support units. 麻豆区 Tech routinely ranks among the top U.S. universities in volume of research conducted.
