Jackson State University pursues top research status
Summary
Jackson State University (JSU) is working to become one of the top research universities in the U.S. The school is involved in many research projects, including one using sensors on oysters to study their environment, and aims to increase research funding and doctoral programs to reach this goal.Key Facts
- JSU researchers are developing small sensors that attach to oyster shells to monitor environmental changes.
- The oyster project is part of the Mississippi Based RESTORE Act Center of Excellence (MBRACE).
- JSU wants to join the top tier of research universities, which requires spending at least $50 million a year on research and awarding at least 70 research doctorates.
- In 2023, JSU spent nearly $19.5 million on research and development.
- JSU is one of 14 historically Black colleges and universities that formed the Association of HBCU Research Institutions to help win bigger grants and expand programs.
- The HBCU coalition receives support from Harvard University and aims to work with top research universities nationally.
- JSU’s main research fields include cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, health disparities, materials science, and civil engineering.
- The oyster research is funded by a $26 million, 15-year grant from the U.S. Department of the Treasury and involves partnerships with other Mississippi universities.
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