We are here to support your work
Research Advancement, along with the SDSU Research Foundation, is responsible for supporting and furthering the research, education, and community service mission of SDSU. Research Advancement assists faculty and deans in devising strategies to advance and expand SDSU’s research endeavors. Our staff develops cooperative multidisciplinary, multi-institutional partnership programs; provides program management for a diverse portfolio of sponsored programs; and offers training, proposal review services, and mentorship to our research-active faculty and students.
You can find current opportunities, resources and updates at the SDSU Engagement Hub.
If you have questions, please contact Research Advancement at [email protected]
How can we help?
- Consider meeting with our staff to see how they can help you optimize your grant proposals
- Apply for one of our fellowships and trainings
- Participate in our review services and receive expert feedback on your proposal
- Learn about SDSU's internal funding opportunities
Our Staff
John McMillan
Director of Research Initiatives, Engineering & Physical Sciences
Director of Research Initiatives, Broadening Inclusive Excellence
Dr. Karen May-Newman
Executive Director, STEM Teaching, Learning and Innovation