Research Development Events
The Texas A&M University System Research Development Office convenes researchers, research leaders, and partners through strategic events focused on building connections, identifying shared strengths, and developing collaborative research opportunities. These convenings bring together expertise from across the A&M System and beyond, strengthen partnerships, advance emerging research priorities, and position teams for competitive state, federal, and industry opportunities.
OCTOBER 5–6, 2026 | COLLEGE STATION
AI Research and Innovation Meeting
Connecting A&M expertise across the rapidly evolving AI landscape
A two-day research convening bringing together faculty and research leaders to identify areas of strength, build interdisciplinary connections, and position Texas A&M for major opportunities in artificial intelligence research and innovation.
Focus: Artificial Intelligence • Research Collaboration • Innovation • Strategic Opportunities
Location: College Station
NOVEMBER 16–18, 2026 | Stephenville
Rural Resilience
Building research partnerships for resilient rural communities
A System-wide convening focused on the challenges and opportunities facing rural Texas, connecting expertise and capabilities across disciplines and institutions to develop collaborative research and solutions.
Focus: Rural Communities • Resilience • Economic Development • Cross-System Collaboration
Location: Tarleton State University
SPRING 2027 | Texarkana
Forest Products Summit
Advancing research, industry partnerships, and innovation in forest products
A research and industry convening designed to connect System expertise with regional and national partners, identify emerging research priorities, and explore opportunities for collaborative programs and investment in the forest products sector.
Focus: Forest Products • Advanced Materials • Industry Partnerships • Regional Innovation
Location: Texas A&M University–Texarkana
Building the System Research Network
These events are part of the System RDO’s broader effort to connect expertise across the A&M System, catalyze interdisciplinary and multi-institutional teams, engage external partners, and develop competitive research opportunities with statewide and national impact.
Interested in participating or collaborating?
Connect with the System Research Development Office to learn more about upcoming research development activities and partnership opportunities.