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Governor's University Research Initiative

Governor's University Research Initiative

Funds Texas public universities to recruit nationally recognized scientific leaders and strengthen talent pipelines.

OpenOffice of the Governor — Economic Development & TourismUnited StatesEligible in Texas
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About

The Governor's University Research Initiative (GURI) provides cost-reimbursement matching grants to Texas public colleges and universities that are actively recruiting distinguished researchers from outside the Texas higher education system. The program is governed by Texas Education Code §62 and 19 TAC §190.1, and is administered through the Office of the Governor. The maximum award is $5 million…

What this grant funds

Recruitment of Nobel Laureates or National Academy members to Texas public universities through matching cost-reimbursement grants of up to $5 million per researcher.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: gov.texas.gov