The document provides an overview of scientific and academic grants. It discusses several key points:
1) Academic research relies heavily on external grant funding, with over $1.9 billion in R&D expenditures at Georgia universities in 2012 coming from federal, nonprofit, and other sources.
2) Both academics and nonprofits focus on solving problems and answering important research questions, with a drive toward serving the greater good. They also emphasize sustainability, accountability, and measurable outcomes.
3) Obtaining grant funding is important for faculty careers and institutional prestige. It supports a wide variety of academic activities. However, the current state of higher education presents challenges around issues like declining federal budgets and a growing reliance on adjunct
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US university endowment funds have performed robustly over the last ten years where Yale, Columbia, and Princeton universities remained the top performers. Learn more about asset allocation, fund, size & performance of US university endowments.
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We are at a unique point in the history of managing higher education campuses. Two historic waves of building construction, 1955-1975, and 1995-2010 are increasing demands for capital investments at a time when resources available are limited. Traditional strategies for funding deferred maintenance (DM) will not work in the future. There is just too much backlog to be addressed at the time life cycles of newer buildings are coming due.
Facilities leaders know that there is a cost of waiting to fund DM projects: higher capital costs, program disruption and higher operational costs. But making the case to senior management for funding facilities sooner rather than later is a challenge as they try to balance funding facilities vs. funding faculty salaries and increase student financial aid.
In this session, participants learn from facilities leaders from California public and private campuses who have worked with Sightlines to package the DM needs into investment portfolios and successfully make the case for funding.
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US university endowment funds have performed robustly over the last ten years where Yale, Columbia, and Princeton universities remained the top performers. Learn more about asset allocation, fund, size & performance of US university endowments.
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We are at a unique point in the history of managing higher education campuses. Two historic waves of building construction, 1955-1975, and 1995-2010 are increasing demands for capital investments at a time when resources available are limited. Traditional strategies for funding deferred maintenance (DM) will not work in the future. There is just too much backlog to be addressed at the time life cycles of newer buildings are coming due.
Facilities leaders know that there is a cost of waiting to fund DM projects: higher capital costs, program disruption and higher operational costs. But making the case to senior management for funding facilities sooner rather than later is a challenge as they try to balance funding facilities vs. funding faculty salaries and increase student financial aid.
In this session, participants learn from facilities leaders from California public and private campuses who have worked with Sightlines to package the DM needs into investment portfolios and successfully make the case for funding.
Explore the actual cost and value of a college education
as well as get an introduction on how to finance. This
session includes an overview of the financial aid process,
scholarships and grants.
From CLEP credit to online learning, technology-driven innovation is expanding throughout the education marketplace. Have you considered awarding credit for learning that occurs outside the traditional classroom? This presentation describes and evaluates the latest non-traditional credit-bearing programs, including MOOCs. Learn the features, benefits, and challenges of each program and gain insights for implementing strategies that work for students and institutions.
Universities and colleges must develop new business models to deal with scarce resources, increased demand for productivity and lower tuition, and changing demographics. This presentation to leaders in a major corporation outlines the pressures and the actions that a national higher education association is recommending to the institutions.
2012.06.07 Maximising the Impact of Social Sciences ResearchNUI Galway
Jane Tinkler, Public Policy Group Manager, Impact of Social Science Project at London School of Economics presented this seminar "Maximising the Impact of Social Sciences Research" as part of the Whitaker Institute Seminar Series at the Whitaker Institute on 7th June 2012.
Cliffs Notes from the Journal of Financial Planning & Counseling milfamln
Many financial practitioners do not take the time to read research journals, let alone apply the findings of personal finance studies to their work. This 90-minute webinar will address this concern head on. It will begin with participants sharing some of the most memorable personal finance research studies that they recall and specific ways that they have put research findings into practice with clients or students. It will then present a summary of research findings on a wide variety of personal finance topics including saving, investing, credit, cash flow management, purchase of a home, planning for retirement, and managing money in retirement. The source of the webinar content will be studies published in the Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning during the past decade. Even more importantly than the research summaries, however, will be the discussion of actionable implications for financial practitioners; i.e., the “so what?” of published studies. Every study that is mentioned in the webinar will be presented in “split screen” format with one side of each slide briefly describing a study and the other listing specific implications for practitioners. The webinar will conclude with a consolidated list of action steps and online resources. Participant interaction will include answering some of the same questions that researchers have posed in their published studies.
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Presentation for Michigan State University faculty members on the scope of available resources from private foundations and some details on how to pursue such funding
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Explore the actual cost and value of a college education
as well as get an introduction on how to finance. This
session includes an overview of the financial aid process,
scholarships and grants.
From CLEP credit to online learning, technology-driven innovation is expanding throughout the education marketplace. Have you considered awarding credit for learning that occurs outside the traditional classroom? This presentation describes and evaluates the latest non-traditional credit-bearing programs, including MOOCs. Learn the features, benefits, and challenges of each program and gain insights for implementing strategies that work for students and institutions.
Universities and colleges must develop new business models to deal with scarce resources, increased demand for productivity and lower tuition, and changing demographics. This presentation to leaders in a major corporation outlines the pressures and the actions that a national higher education association is recommending to the institutions.
2012.06.07 Maximising the Impact of Social Sciences ResearchNUI Galway
Jane Tinkler, Public Policy Group Manager, Impact of Social Science Project at London School of Economics presented this seminar "Maximising the Impact of Social Sciences Research" as part of the Whitaker Institute Seminar Series at the Whitaker Institute on 7th June 2012.
Cliffs Notes from the Journal of Financial Planning & Counseling milfamln
Many financial practitioners do not take the time to read research journals, let alone apply the findings of personal finance studies to their work. This 90-minute webinar will address this concern head on. It will begin with participants sharing some of the most memorable personal finance research studies that they recall and specific ways that they have put research findings into practice with clients or students. It will then present a summary of research findings on a wide variety of personal finance topics including saving, investing, credit, cash flow management, purchase of a home, planning for retirement, and managing money in retirement. The source of the webinar content will be studies published in the Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning during the past decade. Even more importantly than the research summaries, however, will be the discussion of actionable implications for financial practitioners; i.e., the “so what?” of published studies. Every study that is mentioned in the webinar will be presented in “split screen” format with one side of each slide briefly describing a study and the other listing specific implications for practitioners. The webinar will conclude with a consolidated list of action steps and online resources. Participant interaction will include answering some of the same questions that researchers have posed in their published studies.
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Diversity training grants supported by the NIH are multi-million dollar grants that seek to increase the
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to augment the presence of certain groups— namely minorities (such as African-Americans, American
Indians, Alaska Natives, Hispanic/Latino Americans and U.S. Pacific Islanders) as well as individuals with
disabilities in the biomedical work force.
Leading a team of qualified individuals from various backgrounds and perspectives has proven to be an
effective strategy towards the resolution of complex scientific dilemmas. These grants represent a great
opportunity to make a difference and the NIH recognizes this. In 2011 alone over 39 million dollars were
awarded across 160 approved R25 grant applications. And this is just one of the many diversity-driven
grants currently available.
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grants entail. Special attention will be given to the R25 and T34 grants, but others will be discussed as well.
Walk away with a clear understanding of their mechanism and focus, the basic structure of these grants as
well as their collaborative nature.
Promising Developments in Edtech for ScienceJohn Terada
We are releasing “Promising Developments in Edtech for Science”, a summary report of our findings and the lessons learned from the Science Learning Challenge market research and cohort experience. The report compiles the key insights we’ve gleaned, and presents them in three sections: why science education matters, challenges facing K-12 science learning, and opportunities for edtech to support science learning.
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City College Computers
Bill Gates
RES 351
August 5, 2014
Dr. Stephen Loro
City College Computers
City Campus College was founded in the 1920’s to serve the educational demands of the City community for both vocational and fine arts education. With the advent of computer and internet technology City Campus College wishes to provide adequate internet coverage for their students on campus. Computers are a necessary educational tool needed to complete assigned class assignments and aid in study for tests. To do so the College should determine the number of computers the students own. This information will help determine the coverage needed to provide internet service to all students on campus and enhance the learning experience of each student.
Research Problem
City Campus College may be failing to provide students with adequate internet server services to deal with current student computer demand which may lead to student dissatisfaction and lower grade point averages. Students have complained in the past of inadequate coverage or slow access speed. Part of the tuition paid by the students are supposed to be used to provide services for student educational needs and services.
Purpose of the Study
The purpose of this research is to inform the Dean of City Campus College of student computer ownership so he may make more informed decisions.
Research Question
Is the City Campus College student computer ownership information accurate in claiming that of a random sample of 600 students 10% owned zero; 16% owned one; 55% owned two; 11% owned three and 8% owned more than three computers?
Quantifiable Measures
The measured variable represents the number of computers owned by City Campus College students in May 2012. To qualify as a computer the device must be a laptop or desk top device and so labeled by the manufacturer and be located or brought to the City campus. Handheld electronic devices, such as cell phones, iPhones, and iPads do not qualify. The data represents a quantitative count of discrete, ratio data.
References
Loro, S. (2014). Course Syllabus RES/351 Business Research. University of Phoenix, site: http://mycampus.uophx.edu
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The purpose of a proposal is to highlight standout ideas, and to do so in a manner that can convince an audience to support a project. Proposals delivered in a workplace are often part of a competitive process in which the strongest proposal is offered the business. In these contexts, effective word choice and professional delivery define the effective communication of an idea. Your research proposal will be presented as a sentence outline. As the name suggests, the sentence outline presents complete thoughts in complete sentences as opposed to phrases. In each section of the proposal, choose ideas with.
THE IMPORTANCE OF MARTIAN ATMOSPHERE SAMPLE RETURN.Sérgio Sacani
The return of a sample of near-surface atmosphere from Mars would facilitate answers to several first-order science questions surrounding the formation and evolution of the planet. One of the important aspects of terrestrial planet formation in general is the role that primary atmospheres played in influencing the chemistry and structure of the planets and their antecedents. Studies of the martian atmosphere can be used to investigate the role of a primary atmosphere in its history. Atmosphere samples would also inform our understanding of the near-surface chemistry of the planet, and ultimately the prospects for life. High-precision isotopic analyses of constituent gases are needed to address these questions, requiring that the analyses are made on returned samples rather than in situ.
Nutraceutical market, scope and growth: Herbal drug technologyLokesh Patil
As consumer awareness of health and wellness rises, the nutraceutical market—which includes goods like functional meals, drinks, and dietary supplements that provide health advantages beyond basic nutrition—is growing significantly. As healthcare expenses rise, the population ages, and people want natural and preventative health solutions more and more, this industry is increasing quickly. Further driving market expansion are product formulation innovations and the use of cutting-edge technology for customized nutrition. With its worldwide reach, the nutraceutical industry is expected to keep growing and provide significant chances for research and investment in a number of categories, including vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and herbal supplements.
Slide 1: Title Slide
Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Slide 2: Introduction to Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Definition: Extrachromosomal inheritance refers to the transmission of genetic material that is not found within the nucleus.
Key Components: Involves genes located in mitochondria, chloroplasts, and plasmids.
Slide 3: Mitochondrial Inheritance
Mitochondria: Organelles responsible for energy production.
Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA): Circular DNA molecule found in mitochondria.
Inheritance Pattern: Maternally inherited, meaning it is passed from mothers to all their offspring.
Diseases: Examples include Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) and mitochondrial myopathy.
Slide 4: Chloroplast Inheritance
Chloroplasts: Organelles responsible for photosynthesis in plants.
Chloroplast DNA (cpDNA): Circular DNA molecule found in chloroplasts.
Inheritance Pattern: Often maternally inherited in most plants, but can vary in some species.
Examples: Variegation in plants, where leaf color patterns are determined by chloroplast DNA.
Slide 5: Plasmid Inheritance
Plasmids: Small, circular DNA molecules found in bacteria and some eukaryotes.
Features: Can carry antibiotic resistance genes and can be transferred between cells through processes like conjugation.
Significance: Important in biotechnology for gene cloning and genetic engineering.
Slide 6: Mechanisms of Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Non-Mendelian Patterns: Do not follow Mendel’s laws of inheritance.
Cytoplasmic Segregation: During cell division, organelles like mitochondria and chloroplasts are randomly distributed to daughter cells.
Heteroplasmy: Presence of more than one type of organellar genome within a cell, leading to variation in expression.
Slide 7: Examples of Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Four O’clock Plant (Mirabilis jalapa): Shows variegated leaves due to different cpDNA in leaf cells.
Petite Mutants in Yeast: Result from mutations in mitochondrial DNA affecting respiration.
Slide 8: Importance of Extrachromosomal Inheritance
Evolution: Provides insight into the evolution of eukaryotic cells.
Medicine: Understanding mitochondrial inheritance helps in diagnosing and treating mitochondrial diseases.
Agriculture: Chloroplast inheritance can be used in plant breeding and genetic modification.
Slide 9: Recent Research and Advances
Gene Editing: Techniques like CRISPR-Cas9 are being used to edit mitochondrial and chloroplast DNA.
Therapies: Development of mitochondrial replacement therapy (MRT) for preventing mitochondrial diseases.
Slide 10: Conclusion
Summary: Extrachromosomal inheritance involves the transmission of genetic material outside the nucleus and plays a crucial role in genetics, medicine, and biotechnology.
Future Directions: Continued research and technological advancements hold promise for new treatments and applications.
Slide 11: Questions and Discussion
Invite Audience: Open the floor for any questions or further discussion on the topic.
Earliest Galaxies in the JADES Origins Field: Luminosity Function and Cosmic ...Sérgio Sacani
We characterize the earliest galaxy population in the JADES Origins Field (JOF), the deepest
imaging field observed with JWST. We make use of the ancillary Hubble optical images (5 filters
spanning 0.4−0.9µm) and novel JWST images with 14 filters spanning 0.8−5µm, including 7 mediumband filters, and reaching total exposure times of up to 46 hours per filter. We combine all our data
at > 2.3µm to construct an ultradeep image, reaching as deep as ≈ 31.4 AB mag in the stack and
30.3-31.0 AB mag (5σ, r = 0.1” circular aperture) in individual filters. We measure photometric
redshifts and use robust selection criteria to identify a sample of eight galaxy candidates at redshifts
z = 11.5 − 15. These objects show compact half-light radii of R1/2 ∼ 50 − 200pc, stellar masses of
M⋆ ∼ 107−108M⊙, and star-formation rates of SFR ∼ 0.1−1 M⊙ yr−1
. Our search finds no candidates
at 15 < z < 20, placing upper limits at these redshifts. We develop a forward modeling approach to
infer the properties of the evolving luminosity function without binning in redshift or luminosity that
marginalizes over the photometric redshift uncertainty of our candidate galaxies and incorporates the
impact of non-detections. We find a z = 12 luminosity function in good agreement with prior results,
and that the luminosity function normalization and UV luminosity density decline by a factor of ∼ 2.5
from z = 12 to z = 14. We discuss the possible implications of our results in the context of theoretical
models for evolution of the dark matter halo mass function.
Richard's entangled aventures in wonderlandRichard Gill
Since the loophole-free Bell experiments of 2020 and the Nobel prizes in physics of 2022, critics of Bell's work have retreated to the fortress of super-determinism. Now, super-determinism is a derogatory word - it just means "determinism". Palmer, Hance and Hossenfelder argue that quantum mechanics and determinism are not incompatible, using a sophisticated mathematical construction based on a subtle thinning of allowed states and measurements in quantum mechanics, such that what is left appears to make Bell's argument fail, without altering the empirical predictions of quantum mechanics. I think however that it is a smoke screen, and the slogan "lost in math" comes to my mind. I will discuss some other recent disproofs of Bell's theorem using the language of causality based on causal graphs. Causal thinking is also central to law and justice. I will mention surprising connections to my work on serial killer nurse cases, in particular the Dutch case of Lucia de Berk and the current UK case of Lucy Letby.
Professional air quality monitoring systems provide immediate, on-site data for analysis, compliance, and decision-making.
Monitor common gases, weather parameters, particulates.
2. A Snapshot of Science, Academic,
and Other Research Funding in
Georgia: A Few Facts of Note.
01
Table of Contents
The Academic Community Meets
the Nonprofit: Common Themes.02
The Quest for New Knowledge
and …? Faculty as Grant Writers.03
Language and Terminology: Conceptual
and Critical Differences.04
Compliance: More than Fiscal
Affairs.05
A Few Conclusions and the
Future: Scary and Unknown.06
Introduction
3. 3
Charitable Higher Education Funding
Number and Finances of Reporting Public Charities : 2010
No. % Revenue Expenses Assets
All 366,086 100 100 100 100
Education 66,769 18.2 16.4 16.6 29.8
Higher Ed 2,179 0.6 10.5 10.7 18.7
Other 64,640 17.7 5.9 5.9 11.1
Giving to higher
education reached
a record high of
$34 billion in
2013.
Introduction
Source: The Nonprofit Sector in Brief 2012: The Urban Institute & Inside Higher Ed February 12, 2014
4. A Few Facts of Note
Academic
Funding in
Georgia
5. 5
Carnegie Classification
Size and money, along
with number of degree
programs, matter when it
come to R &D funding.
A research university awards at least
20 research doctorate degrees and
has significant R & D funding from
many sources.
Classifications and examples include:
Very High Research Activity
Tech, Emory, UGA, Ga State
High Research Activity
Clemson, University of Alabama -
Tuscaloosa
Doctoral/Research Universities
Clark Atlanta, Ga Southern
Master’s Colleges and
Universities awarded fewer
than 20 research doctorates,
but at least 50 MS degrees
per year. Baccalaureate
Colleges granted 50 or fewer
MS degrees.
A Few Facts of Note
Source: Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching 2010
section 01
6. 6
R & D Funding In Georgia Research Universities1
Grand Total for all R & D
funding expenditures in
Georgia for 2012 is $1.9
billion.
A Few Facts of Note
Source: National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
Institution Total Federal Nonprofit
Georgia Tech 668904 484212 14788
UGA 351395 137710 24487
Emory 552707 361165 40917
Georgia State 91148 34075 6299
Clark Atlanta 10406 8477 1
Georgia Sou. 5719 1359 219
THOUSANDS OF $ FOR FY 2012.
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7. 7
Distribution of R & D Expenditures at UGA in 2012
Source: National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics
A Few Facts of Note
Envir. Sci.
Life Sci.
Math & Comp. Sci.
Phys. Sci.
Psych.
Soc. Sci.
Other Sci.
Engineering
Non Sci. Fields
section 01
8. 8
Federal Non-Science Funding in Georgia
The National Endowment for the Arts
awarded 161 grants in Georgia from 2010
– 2013. Twenty-four awards went to
academic institutions. Award amounts
ranged from $9000 to over $140,000.
Most of these grants fell between $9000
and $20,000.
Similarly, the National Endowment for the
Humanities awarded 65 grants in the state
during the same period. Forty-six grants
went to colleges and universities. These
awards ranged from a low of $2,500 to
over $180,000. With some exceptions,
academic grants were in the low 5 figures.
A Few Facts of Note
Sources: The National Endowment for the Arts and The National Endowment for the Humanitiessection 01
10. 10
Why the Need? Or Why at all?
It is about the freedom to ask questions. Academics and
nonprofits ask the hard questions about relationships, the natural
world, and societal needs. Questions challenge the status quo,
revealing new problems that require solutions. Problems have
solutions. Needs can be met. Questions have answers. Research
and action strive to solve problems, meet needs, and answer
questions serves a greater good.
Striving toward a GREATER
GOOD of needs met or
knowledge revealed drives
both groups.
Common Themes
The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
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11. 11
Sustainability and Accountability
Funding needs are very similar. Large
problems with significant unmet needs,
even when broken into smaller projects,
require long-term solutions. Research
questions are open ended, but separated
into specific projects with experiments.
Both should have long-term visions for
personnel and projects.
• Evaluation Plans
• Statistics
• Surveys
• Measureable Outcomes
• Reports
• Publications
• Presentations
Common Themes
The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
section 02
12. 12
University Administration
College or School A
Department
A1
Department
A2
College or
School B
Department
B1
Grants
arise from
any level in
the
university.
Individual Faculty Are Nonprofit Centers
The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
Common Themes
Faculty
initiate
grants as
individuals
or groups.
section 02
13. 13
Collaboration Happens
Scientific and other
academic research is
collaborative by nature.
Interdisciplinary research
in the academy is a rising
trend.
Faculty regularly collaborate with each other within and across
departments, schools, and colleges in their higher education
setting. More importantly faculty collaborate with colleagues at
other national and international institutions of higher education.
These relationships take the following forms:
Co-principal Investigator
Subcontract to a Lead Institution
Consortia, Large and Small
Common Themes
Source: The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
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14. 14
The Questions Remain the Same
Defining the Problem
What do you want or
need to do?
Why do you want or
need to do it?
Organizing for Action
Who will do the work?
How will the work get
done?
What will be the likely
results?
Estimating the Cost
What is it going to cost?
Why does it cost that?
Common Themes
The Grant Science Lab –Deborah A. Cook PhD
Honest Evaluation
Were the desired results
attained?
Why or why not were the
desired results
achieved?
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16. 16
Focus and Variety
Extramural grant funds
support education,
research, outreach, and
economic development.
Grant funds support an almost endless list of academic
and public service activities including scholarships,
research, travel, fellowships, teaching, learning, exhibits,
performances, equipment, and more.
Faculty as Grant Writers
Grant Seeking in Higher Education, Mary M. Licklider, et al., John Wiley & Sons, 2012.
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17. 17
Grants in the Academy: Administration
Faculty are grant writers.
Faculty have some grant
management responsibilities.
Limited roles include:
Personnel
Supplies & Equipment
Reporting
The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs is
responsible for grant administration.
Staff assist with proposal initiation, signature routing, submission,
pre-award matters, compliance, reporting, budgets, purchasing,
award closeout, and other issues according to policies.
Faculty as Grant Writers
Source: The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
section 03
18. 18
Academic Grantsmanship
Grantsmanship is the
ability to write grant
proposals that get
funded.
Faculty as Grant Writers
Source: The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD.
section 03
Grantsmanship matters because it is tied to long-term
employment for many, personal reputation, and status of
the university.
Funded grant proposals support projects that generate results or
products. Products include:
Books, Research Articles, Scholarly
Works, and More Grants.
19. 19
Academic Writing vs. Storytelling
Academics are
professional writers, but
not always the best
communicators in grant
proposals.
Grant Proposals Tell
Stories.
Stories showing how research
overcomes some challenge.
Stories that show creative
solutions to research
questions.
Stories connecting the
research to a bigger picture.
Great research proposals
have elements of all three
types of stories.
Faculty as Grant Writers
Source: The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
section 03
21. “The goal of a grant writing position is to
support the research, instruction, and public
service endeavors of the faculty.”
Grant Seeking in Higher Education, Mary M. Licklider, et al. John Wiley &
Sons, 2012.
22. 22
Different Words – Same Meaning
While Academics Use These Words –
Hypothesis or Question
Sponsor or Agency
Principal Investigator
Extramural Funding
Development or Advancement
Sponsored Research Office
Direct Costs
Indirect Costs or Facilities and Administration
Curriculum Vitae or Biographical Sketch
Nonprofits Translate Them To Mean These –
Needs Statement
Funders
Project Director
Grant Support
Gifts or Donations
Accounting
Project Costs
Overhead
Resume
Conceptual and Critical Differences
Rick Redfearn PhD., Univ. of AK, 2013 GPA Meeting, Wkshp 408. Grant Seeking in Higher Education, Mary M. Licklider, et al., John Wiley & Sons, 2012.
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23. 23
Basic Proposal Format
Total length is less than 6
pages not including
supplemental documents or
information required by the
funder.
Conceptual and Critical Differences
Source: The Foundation Center
Sections & Pages
Executive Summary
Needs Statement
Project Description
Budget
Organizational
Information
Conclusion
section 04
24. 24
National Science Foundation Proposal
Source: The National Science Foundation Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide, NSF 14-1, OMB 3145-0058. The Grant Science Lab
Conceptual and Critical Differences
Sections & Page Limits
Cover Sheet Project Summary Table of Contents
Project Description References Cited Biographical Sketch(es)
Budget & Justification Current & Pending Support Facillities & Other Resources
Special Info. Or Supplementary Doc.
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NSF limits
the
narrative to
15 pages
and must
address the
“broader
impacts” of
the work.
25. “Research with disease-related goals, including
work on the etiology, diagnosis or treatment of
physical or mental disease, abnormality, or
malfunction in human beings or animals, is
normally not supported.”
The National Science Foundation
Grant Proposal Guide
February 24, 2014
26. 26
National Institutes of Health Proposal
Source: PHS424 (R&R) Application Guide . The Grant Science Lab –Deborah A. Cook PhD
Conceptual and Critical Differences
Sections & Page LimitsCover Page
Project Site Info
Senior/Key Personnel
Other Project Info
Budget & Justification
Cover Page Supplement
Biosketch
Project Summary
Specific Aims
Significance
Innovation
Approach
section 04
Required
Sections – 12 Pages
27. 27
A Few Lessons
A faculty member, a
research scientist, a
laboratory group, or a
larger collaborative effort
are really nonprofit
centers that function
within the huge nonprofit
that is the university.
Research grants are
hybrids of project grants
and operating support
grants.
They are hybrids because
principle investigators can
receive partial salary from
grant awards.
All research grants are
evidence-based.
Evidence arises from:
Previous Studies
Prior Experimental Results
Research grants almost always
include tables, graphs, or pictures in
the narrative to demonstrate prior
results and the credibility of the
proposer.
Conceptual and Critical Differences
Source: The Grant Science Lab
section 04
29. 29
Following All the Rules for Research
Compliance is “Adherence to all applicable federal, state,
and institutional research-related rules and regulations.”
Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and
Audit Requirements for Federal Awards
Certifications: Lobbying, Drug-free Workplace, Conflict of
Interest, … Responsible Conduct of Research
More than Fiscal Affairs
Source: Grant Seeking in Higher Education, Mary M. Licklider, et al., John Wiley & Sons, 2012.
Research Integrity
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30. 30
Research Integrity
“The AOR is required to complete a certification
that the institution has a plan to provide
appropriate training and oversight in the
responsible and ethical conduct of research to
undergraduates, graduate students, and
postdoctoral researchers who will be supported
by NSF to conduct research.”
More than Fiscal Affairs
Source: The National Science Foundation Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide, NSF 14-1, OMB 3145-0058
Human Subjects – Institutional Review
Board (IRB)
Animal Use and Care – Institutional Animal
Use and Care Committee (IACUC)
Biosafety and Biohazards
Radiation Safety
Materials Transfer Agreements
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32. 32
The Adjunct Crisis
About 70% of all college
and university faculty are
part-time employees.
For the most part, adjunct faculty are not eligible to apply
for extramural research funds.
Except for teaching and some service, part-time faculty are not
contributing to the greater public good that colleges and
universities strive for.
Adjunct faculty frequently have no office space, no access to lab space, and no
access to specialized resources or intramural funds.
Scary and Unknown
Source: The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
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Science, the Sequester, and Budget Woes
What does this mean for scientific
research?
Scary and Unknown
Source: The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD
The short answer is fewer grants to fewer
investigators.
New investigators likely will be affected the
most. Novel ideas from either new or
established scientists will be set aside in favor of
less risky research. Projects will go unfunded.
Personnel will be let go. Labs will be downsized.
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How History Set the Stage for the Public Research
University
On July 2, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Morrill Act, chartering the
Land Grant Universities. Many of our public universities began or received a
boost though this legislation.
Countless faculty share in that vision because they were trained at or are now employed by an
1862 Morrill Act Land Grant University.
Concluding Hope
Source: The Grant Science Lab – Deborah A. Cook PhD.
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The “Real” Way to Write a Research Grant
Source: Clay Clark PhD, NCSU Department of Biochemistry
Concluding Humor
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