Research Initiative
Discovering the Future of Medicine
At Ï㽶ֱ²¥, research spans across all our schools and disciplines. Dedicated to the
prevention of disease and the treatment of illness, our faculty, staff and students
utilize research grants and awards to improve patient care and advance groundbreaking
discoveries.
What it means to invest in Research at Ï㽶ֱ²¥:
- Utilizing existing non-formula funding in our base budget to create mission-specific research formula
- Building a strategic bridge to help us leverage research grants and gifts
- Supporting the expansion of Ï㽶ֱ²¥â€™s research operations
Mission-Specific Formula for Research Excellence Initiative
Serves as a strategic bridge to assist Ï㽶ֱ²¥ in leveraging research grants and gifts and expanding research operations
Regional Impact
- Translational-focused research impacting the health care of 3 million people
- Bridging the gap in public health
Chronic Disease
Research initiatives addressing the most critical illnesses affecting our region:
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- Diabetes
- Cancer
- Heart disease
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Health Disparities
- Focus on reducing health disparities in rural areas, including higher mortality rates caused by chronic disease
Stay Connected, Stay Informed
Learn more about the strategic initiatives from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
