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Grant Writing  |  Proposal Preparation  |  Compliance

Grant Writing

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Writing Successful Grants, Part I

Sessions:
TBD

This introductory workshop covers basic principles of good grant writing, starting with the phrasing of a compelling research theme to the actual construction of the proposal itself. Special attention will be paid to the perspectives of grant reviewers and how to write in ways that will meet their expectations. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

Writing Successful Grants, Part II

Sessions:
TBD

This introductory workshop covers basic principles of good grant writing, starting with the phrasing of a compelling research theme to the actual construction of the proposal itself. Special attention will be paid to the perspectives of grant reviewers and how to write in ways that will meet their expectations. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

Building the NSF Grant Proposal

Sessions:
TBD

This workshop will focus on critical aspects of interacting with the agency as well as proven techniques for effective writing in each section of the NSF grant proposal. Samples from successful proposals will be cited to illustrate key points. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

Building the NIH Grant Proposal

Sessions:
December 1, 2009 (Tuesday)
221 University Center
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Facilitator: Bob Porter

December 2, 2009 (Wednesday)
221 University Center
8:30 am to 10:30 am
Facilitator: Bob Porter

This workshop focuses on key principles for effective writing in each major component of the proposal. Samples from successful proposals are cited, with special attention to a model R01 proposal, annotated by NIH staff. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

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Finding Funding

Sessions:
TBD

This hands-on workshop will focus on the use of powerful tools such as Community of Science, the Foundation Center, and Grants.gov. Search techniques for web sites of federal agencies will also be covered, with plenty of time for participants to practice their skills. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

Finding Funding with Online Databases

Online only

This training is for all researchers who would like to learn how use online databases to find funding opportunities for ANY discipline. To register, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

Proposal Preparation

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NIH Proposal Preparation and the Grants.gov Application Package

Sessions:
December 2, 2009 (Wednesday)
Office of Research 1st Floor Conference Room
1534 White Avenue
1:00 pm to 2:45 pm

Also available online

This class focuses on proposal preparation and submission for NIH grants. It covers document formatting requirements and guidance on completing the Grants.gov application package. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

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Document Review/Approval Sheet
(aka: "Yellow Sheet")

Sessions:
December 9, 2009 (Wednesday)
Office of Research 1st Floor Conference Room
1534 White Avenue
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Also available online

This class is for P.I.s or Co-P.I.s who write and submit proposals. It covers the "Yellow Sheet" used for proposal submission. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

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Budget Basics

Sessions:
December 16, 2009 (Wednesday)
Office of Research 1st Floor Conference Room
1534 White Avenue
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Also available online

This class is for P.I.s, Co-P.I.s, and Business Managers who create and submit proposal budgets. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

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Compliance

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Biosafety Level 2 Training

Sessions:
TBD
118 Plant Biotech Building
2:00 pm

This class is for any new lab worker or P.I. who will be manipulating human, animal or plant pathogens. It is also for those handling wastes that are generated in these environments. Register by sending a reservation request to sbottomL@utk.edu or call 974-9836. Biosafety Training website.

Bloodborne Pathogen Training

Sessions:
TBD
118 Plant Biotech Building
3:30 pm

This class is for any new lab worker or P.I. who will be manipulating unfixed human tissues and cells or wastes contaminated with these materials in a research setting. Register by sending a reservation request to to sbottomL@utk.edu or call 974-9836. Biosafety Training website.

Introduction to Radiation Safety

Sessions:
January 20, 2010 (Wednesday)
1:25 pm to 4:25 pm
Communications Building Room 317

This class is for any new lab worker or P.I.
who will be using open sources of radioactive materials. Register by sending a reservation request to radiationsafety@utk.edu or call 974-5580.

Export Control Workshop

Sessions:
TBD

This workshop is open to faculty, staff and students wishing to learn more about complying with regulations that may affect the conduct of research, the security of research facilities, proper application of research activities and upholding the laws of the country pertaining to export control. For more information, call 974-0232. No registration required.

IRB/Human Subjects

Sessions:
TBD

This session provides information and guidance to researchers in preparation for human subjects research. It is designed to help researchers comply with University of Tennessee policies, procedures, and federal regulations concerning the use of humans in research. For more information, contact ortraining@utk.edu or call 974-9310.

IRB/Human Subjects

 

This online learning module provides basic information about the Institutional Review Board for Human Subjects Research at UTK. Included are samples of a completed Form A and Form B.

Online only

CITI - Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative

This online program offers courses in the protection of animal and human research subjects as well as research ethics.

Online only

Responsible Conduct in Research (RCR)

This series of self-paced learning modules is available online to satisfy requirements for RCR education on some Federal grants. HR 128 (professional development) credit is also available for each module completed.

Online only

Mentoring of Post-Docs

Sessions:
December 2, 2009 (Wednesday)
11:00 am to 4:00 pm
University Center Room 221
Facilitator: Dr. Gregory Reed

This workshop meets the National Science Foundation (NSF) requirement for mentoring of Post-doctoral students. Topics to be covered:

  • Obtaining and Negotiating a Faculty Position
  • Understanding University Structure and Planning for Tenure
  • Laboratory Leadership in Science
  • Staffing Your Laboratory
  • Mentoring and Being Mentored
  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Data Management and Laboratory Notebooks
  • Getting Funded
  • Getting Published and Increasing Your Visibility
  • Understanding Technology Transfer
  • Setting Up Collaborations
  • Teaching and Course Design

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