Proposed research strands are areas of current need with a potentially high impact on important local, state, national, or global issues.  Grants are frequently available for research in these areas, and collaborations are encouraged between researchers and groups.

Closing the Gaps in Texas Education

• Teacher Preparation, Principle Leadership, Continuous Improvement in Education
  (CREATE Partnership, CCERP Partnership)
• Science, Technology, Math, Engineering
  (T-STEM, MELL, and STELLAR Partnerships)
• Closing the Gaps for Latina/o Students
• Reading Instruction, Comprehension, Fluency and Literacy

Obesity Epidemic

• Childhood & adult obesity
• Cultural factors in obesity
• Physical activity promotion