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Advancing and applying knowledge for the public good

Temple University will be globally recognized for confronting society’s most urgent challenges through research and creative activity that is embedded in urban communities, inspires action, and improves public life in our region, our nation and the world.

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Initiatives

Lead with Research Focusing on Big Problems and Bold Solutions

Identify and Invest in Areas of Scholarly Excellence

Build a High-Impact Research Ecosystem

Raise Visibility and Impact

Metrics for Success

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Growth in total and federal research expenditures in focus areas

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Number of interdisciplinary proposal submissions and grants

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Progress on AAU-aligned indicators

(e.g., faculty honors, doctoral productivity, research expenditures and awards per faculty FTE).

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Media visibility and public scholarship reach

Priority Leads

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