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Texas Governor’s New Initiative Emphasizes Research

Gov. Greg Abbott’s University Research Initiative represents a shift in tone for state-backed funds designed to spur academic research, including medical research.

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Gov. Greg Abbott delivering his State of the State speech on Feb. 17, 2015.
Credit: Bob Daemmrich

Gov. Greg Abbott’s University Research Initiative represents a shift in tone for state-backed funds designed to spur academic research, including medical research. The new initiative emphasizes research not only as an economic boon, but also as a way to elevate Texas higher education. (Austin American-Statesman)

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