Division Overview
The Division of Research strives to support faculty and students who continue to push the boundaries of scholarship and discovery at Clemson, a Carnegie R1 research institution. Our mission is to enhance Clemson’s reputation as a world-class research institution, while promoting a culture of discovery and excellence in a collaborative environment. The Division nurtures research activity at Clemson through its R-Initiative funding programs and celebrates excellence through the Researcher of the Year program and the University Research, Scholarship and Artistic Achievement Awards. The Division assists faculty in pursuing competitive research funding, managing awards, navigating complex regulation and compliance matters, collaborating with industry, and commercializing technologies. Additionally, the Division operates four core research facilities that offer world-class equipment and highly trained staff.
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Current Updates
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R-Initiative Funding Updates
The Division of Research has announced application deadlines for the 2023-24 school year for its R-Initiative funding programs. R-Initiative investments nurture research, scholarship and creative endeavors across all disciplines by helping faculty purchase equipment, hire postdoctoral researchers, utilize core facilities and complete books, journal articles, artwork and other scholarly products.
- View the Doctoral Dissertation Completion Grant application form and call for proposals coming up for May 2026 or August 2026 for Ph.D. students graduating in December 2025. Deadline: Monday, May 12, 2025, at 5 PM.
- View the Clemson Core Incentivized Access program that offers access to research facilities.
- Several R-Initiatives are available to support industry collaboration, including programs to support hiring postdoctoral researchers and engaging with for-profit companies. Visit our R-Initiatives page for further details.
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College Rates Agreement
Visit the Office of Sponsored Programs website to view the new college rates on their home page.
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Electronic Research Administration (ERA) for your IT needs
Submit your requests through the ERA Services & Offerings section on the ERA website , this is now the required method for all ERA-related support, including system access, reporting, onboarding, training, and InfoEd assistance. This centralized process improves service by ensuring faster routing, better tracking, and direct connection to the appropriate ERA team member. Please continue to send PC and hardware support issues to ITHelp@clemson.edu, but all other ERA-related requests must now be submitted via the website.
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Quarterly Research Report
The quarterly Research Report to the University’s Board of Trustees highlights institutional research activity and achievements. More information.
2025 RESEARCHER OF THE YEAR NOMINEES
CONGRATULATIONS!
Senior and Junior Researcher of the Year Nominees
Meet the nominees of 2025.
2025 Researcher of the Year Nominees