Introduction and Logistics
Introduction to Grant Writing Training
Uniqueness of the Training
The Four Steps to Funding
Personal Experience and Example
Characteristics of a Great 'Why'
Transition to 'The What'
Falsifiability of Hypotheses
Clarifying Why vs. What
Concept of What and Story of What
Importance of Clarity in Proposals
Example of Rejected Proposal
Difference Between What and How
Difficulty in Defining What
Delivering Perceived Value
Understanding Values
Understanding Reviewers' Values
Frame Clashes and Storytelling
Research Funders and Program Announcements
Paying Attention to Program Announcements
Awareness of Trends
Benefiting from Research Trends
Matching Values for Funding Success
Attributes of Valuable Research
Attributes of a Successful Research Proposal
The Importance of Context and Alignment
The Long-Term Nature of Changing Perspectives
The Importance of Rigorous Research
Rigor in Real-world Examples
Understanding the Limitations of Rigor
Emphasizing Innovation in Research
Defining Innovation in Research
Persuading Others in Innovation
Balancing Innovation and Familiarity
Demonstrating Innovation in Proposal Writing
Emphasizing Feasibility in Proposals
Attributes of a Great Project
Preparing Your Mind for Grant Funding
Selling Yourself on the Proposed Work
Embracing Quality Over Speed
Building Great Stories in Layers
Layers of 'What' in a Story
Different Levels of 'What' in a Story
Examples of 'What' and 'Why' in Proposals
Examples of 'What' and 'Why' in Social Sciences
Examples of Objectives and Hypotheses
Common Failure Points in Proposal Writing
Importance of Communication in Science
Exercise and Tips for Crafting a Compelling Proposal
Upcoming Session: Going Beyond the Biosketch
Appreciation and Gratitude