The Division of Research and Economic Development (DRED) at Jackson State University (JSU) is the primary hub for the university’s local, state, national, and global research interactions.
The Division is committed to fostering a robust research enterprise by supporting faculty, staff, and students in securing externally funded grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements that drive innovation, research translation, and economic development.
The Division plays a strategic role in supporting faculty research endeavors, increasing research expenditures, faculty engagement, and interdisciplinary collaborations, ensuring that JSU’s research enterprise remains competitive and impactful. By leveraging the expertise of JSU’s scholars and the achievements of its faculty, staff, and students, the Division facilitates the dissemination of knowledge and innovations to the broader community.
As a Carnegie-classified R2 institution, JSU has a long history of conducting research that impacts the community it serves and beyond.
The division provides comprehensive administrative oversight in key areas, including:
- Sponsored Programs
Assisting faculty and researchers in identifying funding opportunities, developing proposals, and managing externally funded projects. - Research Compliance
Ensuring adherence to federal, state, and university policies for research integrity and ethical conduct. - Grants and Contracts
Managing externally funded awards, ensuring fiscal compliance, and streamlining administrative processes to support researchers. - JSU Global (International Programs)
Expanding global partnerships, study abroad opportunities, and international research collaborations. - Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Fostering a culture of innovation through startup incubation, industry partnerships, and entrepreneurial training. - Technology Transfer & Commercialization
Supporting intellectual property development, patenting, licensing, and startup creation. - Federal Congressional Initiatives
Securing funding through federal appropriations and fostering relationships with legislators. - Strategic Research & Development Initiatives
Advancing multidisciplinary collaborations across STEM, social sciences, business, education, and public health.
DRED is committed to expanding JSU’s research footprint by:
- Increasing engagement with program officers and funding agencies
to secure high-impact research funding. - Developing strategic alliances and collaborations
with national laboratories, industry, government, and international partners. - Enhancing faculty support
through training, mentorship, and proposal development assistance. - Strengthening research infrastructure
to support cutting-edge discoveries and innovation-driven economic growth. - Establishing a transparent pipeline
for proposal development, award management, and research sustainability.
With a renewed focus on service, DRED is redesigning its operations to foster a culture of research excellence, innovation, and entrepreneurship. By promoting multidisciplinary research, student-faculty engagement, and commercialization efforts, the Division will position JSU as a national model for research, economic development, and academic entrepreneurship.
