We are here to support your work
The Research Advancement Division, along with the SDSU Research Foundation, is responsible
for supporting and furthering the research, education and community service mission
of SDSU. The division 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.
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
619 594-1353

Director of Research Initiatives, Broadening Inclusive Excellence

Dr. Karen May-Newman
Executive Director, STEM Teaching, Learning and Innovation
Araceli Saucedo
Assistant Director Research Initiative, SDSU-Imperial Valley