Monday, November 3, 2008

November 13 Strategies for Finding and Competing for Research Funding

The Office of Proposal Development is sponsoring a seminar for faculty preparing for academic and other research-related careers requiring the development and writing of proposals to federal research agencies, foundations, and other granting agencies on Thursday, November 13 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in 601 Rudder Tower. From 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. will be an overview of topics and generic strategies to enhance proposal competitiveness to federal agencies and foundations, including types of university research and educational proposals, identifying research opportunities, analyzing the research solicitation, understanding the funding agency research culture and mission, and understanding the review process. From 2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. will be simultaneous breakout sessions focused on specific funding agencies and topics.

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