10/10/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/10/2025 10:54
San Antonio, TX - The Trauma Research and Combat Casualty Care Collaborative (TRC4), an initiative of The University of Texas System, today announced a new round of grant awards totaling $18,000,000 to fund groundbreaking trauma research and product development across UT institutions.
"From battlefield innovation to bedside recovery, TRC4's newest projects demonstrate how the UT System's research enterprise is accelerating the future of trauma care," said Kevin P. Eltife, chairman of the UT System Board of Regents.
"Trauma remains the leading cause of death for individuals under the age of 45, so research and innovation in this arena is truly lifesaving," said Dr. James Bynum, TRC4 Executive Director. "Thanks to the continued support of the UT System Board of Regents and the Texas Legislature, these new grants build on TRC4's vital work in advancing trauma care for our service members and all Texans."
This year's awards span ten UT entities and include strategic collaborations with the U.S. Department of Defense. Some highlights include:
TRC4 was established by The University of Texas System Board of Regents. Based at UT San Antonio, TRC4 facilitates and funds groundbreaking collaborative basic, clinical, and translational research between UT institutions and the U.S. Department of Defense and the Defense Health Agency. Through research, training, and clinical partnership, TRC4 integrates efforts that transform trauma care both on the battlefield and in the civilian sector to drive dramatic improvements in survivability.
Of the 53 total awards, 49 were competitive-totaling nearly $15 million-and four were directed awards totaling $3 million. Funded projects include clinical research, pre-clinical and translational research, early-career mentored studies, and proof-of-concept work.
Focus areas include:
Direct Awards:
Competitive Awards:
For more information about the 2025 TRC4 Grant Award Submissions, please visit: TRC4.org/Grants-Funded