About Research

Advocates for the Value of Research

The Office of Research and Innovation advances the pursuit of knowledge and discovery that is at the core of the mission of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

The office provides high-quality service to investigators as they foster new research initiatives, promote the prevention of disease and the treatment of illness, motivate and educate future leaders in health sciences and advocate for the value of research in the educational setting. 

The Office of Research and Innovation is responsible for the leadership, direction and management of research administration, infrastructure and services. The department oversees the operations of the: Research Integrity Office (RIO), Laboratory Animal Resources Center (LARC), Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and the 4th and 5th floor Core Facilities (HSC Lubbock)