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Sponsored Research Services

Special Funding Opportunity
Research Excellence Fund (REF)

REF is a merit-based research initiative administered by The Texas A&M University System to elevate research capacity, competitiveness, doctoral education and strengthen scholarly impact statewide and nationally.

To apply, review the procedures below and visit the REF initiative’s website. 

Sponsored Research Services

The Office of Sponsored Research Services (SRS) is a service unit reporting to the Vice President of Research and Compliance and Dean of Graduate School, Dr. Angela Spaulding. Our mission is to support West Texas A&M University researchers in securing external funding and providing expert advice and administrative services during the pre- and post-award stages of the sponsored research project. We are committed to providing our internal and external customers professional and responsive service at all times. ­­

Does your research project require IRB approval?­ FIND ­OUT­ HERE!

Notice of Intent to Seek Funding

Submit the information below to srs@wtamu.edu:

  • Funding Agency
  • Opportunity Announcement/Instructions to Apply
  • Estimate of funding you are requesting for your research project
  • General topic of research

Update your documents on the following sites:

  • SciENcv
    • CV required for NSF, NIH and DOE grants
  • ORCID
    • Manage your CV and publications

Travel

Mileage reimbursement rate is 72.5 cents per mile as of January 1, 2026.­ The University has adopted Mapquest for the official mileage reimbursement guide (some exceptions apply).­ Each travel voucher must have an attached copy of the Mapquest mileage calculation for mileage reimbursement.

Contacts

Sponsored Research Services
806-651-2983