Grant Writing Pearls and Pitfalls: Maximizing Your Funding. (23rd August 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Schmalbach, Cecelia E.; Couch, Marion E.; Rosenthal, Eben L.; Pynnonen, Melissa; Liu, Jeffrey
• Is Part Of: Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery. Volume 149(2013)Supplement 2
• Page Start: P15
• Page End: P15
• Publication Date: 2013-08-23
• Subjects: Head -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Neck -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1177/0194599813493390a22
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0194-5998

Abstract

Abstract : Program Description: Seeking an edge in the competitive grant world? This interactive miniseminar will provide a comprehensive review of key elements to a fundable grant. Practical tips on scientific writing, building a productive research team, and maximizing resources will be provided. An overview of basic statistics will help to maximize collaborative efforts with your statistician. Gain insight into the scoring process from an experienced National Institutes of Health reviewer who will highlight common pitfalls. Current 2013 funding mechanisms will also be provided. Residents and faculty new to the grant process, as well as researchers striving to improve their score, will benefit from this course. Educational Objectives: 1) Describe key components of a grant to include hypothesis, specific aims, timeline, statistics, budget, and institutional review board. 2) Comprehend the scoring mechanism, review process, and common pitfalls leading to an unfundable grant. 3) Research current grant mechanisms and funding opportunities.