Vice President for Research & Economic Development
Proposal Services & Faculty Support
December Funding Focus Newsletter #1
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What is a Limited Submission?
A limited submission solicitation (RFA, RFP, etc.) places a cap on the number of proposals that Auburn may submit to a sponsor. Auburn coordinates limited submissions by sending out a notification via this newsletter and creating competitions in the Auburn University Competition Space (also known as InfoReady).To apply to any limited submission posted in this newsletter, click on the link below and search for your competition listed on the page. Please refer to the Limited Submission Procedures page for a list of requirements.
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Limited Submission Announcements |
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The purpose of the Program is to provide start-up monies for new research projects in the field of neuroscience that will likely lead to extramural funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) or other outside funding sources. The objective of the program is to support new and innovative projects, especially those of junior faculty, who are working in new research directions. BRF Seed Grant awards are not intended to supplement existing grants. The area of studies is brain function. This includes molecular and clinical neuroscience as well as studies of neural, sensory, motor, cognitive, behavioral and emotional functioning in health and disease.
Funding preferences are as follows:
- Funding is to be directed at pilot research projects that are both innovative and will likely lead to successful grant applications to NIH and other public and private funding entities.
- Assistant Professor: Junior faculty with a new research project that will generate pilot data that will lead to RO1 funding or a comparable outside grant will be first priority. Must provide abstract and specific aims for current grant(s) and indicate if there is any overlap.
- Associate Professor: Faculty who are pursuing new research directions. Must explain how the project is a new research direction. Must provide abstract and specific aims for current grant(s) and indicate if there is any overlap. (Note: A new technique is not considered a new direction unless it pertains to a different area of study.)
- Seed Grants are NOT to be used for bridge funding between grants.
Please note that the requirements for this submission
differ from the standard limited submission.
Internal Limit: 1 Proposal
Internal Deadline: Wednesday, December 8, 2021 4:45 pm
Funder's Letter of Intent Deadline: January 4, 2022 4:00 pm CT
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Auburn subscribes to several training modules via the CITI Program website that may be of interest to researchers and research administrators. Each module is self-paced and can be finished in one or multiple sessions. Click on the link above to read descriptions.
- Essentials of Grant Proposal Development
- Essentials of Research Administration
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CTSTP is a six-month certificate program that provides training in clinical and translational research, including approximately 50 hours of didactic instruction as well as interactive experiences. Course content represents the following modules: Clinical Trials, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Ethics, Clinical Genetics Research, Behavioral Research, Outcomes Research, and Dissemination of Results.
Sessions are presented by experienced clinical and translational researchers or individuals with special expertise in areas such as grants and contracts and regulatory issues from across the CCTS Partner Network.
WHEN: Wednesdays, January to June (2022)
TIME: 8-10am
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The Alabama Space Grant Consortium (ASGC), as a participant in the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program (NSGCFP), provides support for graduate students to supplement and enhance basic research. The program requires that students participate in an active, defined research activity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields that has NASA Mission Directorate applications, inclusive of commercial space or at the U.S. National Lab on the International Space Station (ISS).
The Graduate Research Fellowship applicant must be:
- A United States citizen.
- Currently enrolled, or planning to be enrolled in the Fall of 2022, in a full-time, advanced degree program of study in science, technology, engineering or math (STEM) at any accredited university or college in the State of Alabama.
- Conducting a specific research project that has a NASA Mission Directorate, commercial space, or the ISS relevance.
- In good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0).
Questions? Please contact AU Space Grant Director Brian Thurow - x6827
Student Applications Due: February 28. 2022 at midnight
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Hanover Research Queue Proposal Review Availability
Dates available after February 14, 2022
In order to provide resources for faculty and staff, Auburn University has partnered with Hanover Research for a number of grant development solutions including: Pre-proposal Support; Proposal Development; and Capacity Building. Their full-service grant development solutions are available to set goals, build strategies to achieve key grant-seeking objectives, and develop grant proposals that are well-planned, researched, and written. For information regarding Hanover’s core capabilities and project time lines, click here. If you are interested in a slot in the queue, please e-mail Tony Ventimiglia ( ventiaf@auburn.edu ).
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Hanover Research Funding Calendars
Hanover Research has put together several specialized funding calendars that include federal funders, foundations, descriptions of the programs and the associated deadlines.
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Auburn maintains an annual subscription to this monthly newsletter published by Academic Research Funding Strategies, LLC. Access is available only for Auburn University faculty, staff and students with a valid user ID.
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Federal Agency Coronavirus Resource Hubs |
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Funding Opportunity Reminders |
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CWSIS and RSP Intramural Awards Programs
Important Dates & Information
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Notice of Intent Due Today: Prospective applicants must email their ADR no later than TODAY - December 1, 2021
- Notification should include the department, a short project description, personnel, and a budget if available
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Complete program descriptions are available on the CWSIS and RSP webpages
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Workshop slides and recordings are available on each webpage
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Short tutorial videos are available that guide applicants through the process
Proposals undergo thorough internal and external evaluations. Funding for awards is for a two-year period. Please contact Dr. Robert Holm (rzh0021@auburn.edu; x4-5877) for assistance or information.
Proposals Due: January 10, 2022 4:45 pm
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The AHA offers several training grants and funding programs. Upcoming deadlines for programs include:
- Dec. 6: Career Development Award
- Dec. 7 (LOI)/Jan. 27(Full): Strategically Focused Research Network on the Science of Diversity in Clinical Trials
- Dec. 8 (LOI)/Feb. tbd(Full): Impact of Social Determinants on Health Risks and Outcomes
- Jan. 11(LOI)/March 16(Full): Collaborative Sciences Award
- Jan. 12: AHA Institutional Research Enhancement Award (AIREA)
- Jan. 13(LOI)/March 23(Full): Established Investigator Award
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The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has launched four requests for proposals through the Grand Challenges Global Call-to-Action, inaugurating this new member of the Grand Challenges family of initiatives, and one request for proposals through Grand Challenges, building on an earlier program. Please check the website at the links below for the application deadlines and more information.
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New Funding Opportunities |
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The goal of the HESTIA program is to support the development of technologies that nullify embodied greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions[1] (see Section I.B), while simultaneously transforming buildings into net carbon storage structures. Specifically, projects funded under the HESTIA Program will develop and demonstrate building materials and whole-building designs that are net carbon negative (see Section I.B) on a life cycle basis[2] by utilizing atmospheric CO2 or CH4 (see Section I.B) from a wide range of potential feedstocks (e.g., forestry and purpose-grown products, agricultural residues, marine derived, direct carbon utilization) in the production process. HESTIA metrics are:
- storage of more carbon in the chemical structure of the finished product than emitted during manufacture, construction, and use,
- relevant performance testing (e.g., flammability, strength) as required per applicable building code and incumbent specifications,
- market advantage (e.g., improved material performance in at least one area, lower cost, easier installation) over the best-in-class incumbent building element(s) (i.e. structural and/or enclosure) selected for replacement, and
- sufficient retention of carbon storage over service lifetime and minimized end-of-life emissions where possible by designing for reuse, repurposing, and/or recycling.
Concept Papers Due: December 20, 2021 9:30 am ET
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The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcement (NOFO) is to create a research network consisting of multiple study sites for assessing (1) system and individual level barriers and facilitators to participation in and completion of structured lifestyle intervention (SLI) programs as implemented by the CDC National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP), including the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program (MDPP) and (2) the long-term effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of NDPP/MDPP. This NOFO has two (2) components:
Component A-Longitudinal cohort: The purpose of Component A is to establish a study cohort to: 1. identify system and individual level barriers and facilitators to the enrollment and completion of the NDPP/MDPP, and 2. evaluate the long term (≥5 years) effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of the NDPP/MDPP, which includes the effect of the SLI programs on: (a) reducing type 2 diabetes onset; (b) improving cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors including body mass index (BMI), blood pressure and lipid levels, and smoking status; (c) improving health-related quality of life; (d) reducing health care services utilization and costs.
Component B-Coordinating Center: The purpose of component B is to provide the infrastructure for data storage (if needed), harmonizing data collection and data analysis based on a core study protocol; ensure statistical, logistics, and communications support to enhance the efficiency and productivity for component A activities.
If an applicant organization intends to apply to more than one component in this NOFO, the applicant must submit separate applications for each component. To be funded for Component B, applicants are not required to apply for and be funded for Component A. The PI for Component A may be different from the PI for Component B.
Letter of Intent Due: December 27, 2021 5:00 pm ET
Full Proposal Due: January 24, 2022 5:00 pm ET
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This RPP is focused on the development and validation of an enhanced training curriculum in burn care utilizing military and civilian burn care clinician-educators to improve patient outcomes in current and future battlefields. The enhanced training curriculum will be designed for military burn care providers in the pre-deployment setting to ensure readiness in a deployed setting. This includes the development of simulation-based training tools that will improve training quality and skills retention while also reflecting operational realities for military and civilian healthcare providers delivering burn care. The curriculum should also be adapted for civilian first responders who may be called upon in the event of a domestic mass-casualty scenario.
As a reminder, MTEC charges a two percent (2%) Research Project Award Assessment fee based on the total award amount that is payable within ninety (90) days of the award notification. This amount cannot be an allowable direct cost on a project agreement. The fee is to be covered by the college and/or department. Thus, please be sure you receive appropriate internal approvals at the proposal stage. Reach out to your Associate Dean for Research with questions.
Proposals Due: January 7, 2022 12:00 pm ET
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The Alabama Commission on Higher Education (ACHE) is soliciting proposals from Alabama’s public two- and four-year institutions for grants of up to $100,000 to support summer bridge programs focused on improving college preparation and retention. Funds are available for new or existing summer bridge programs for Alabama high school students who will graduate in the spring of 2022 and plan to matriculate to a college or university in the summer or fall of 2022.
Funding for this grant opportunity is available through the Governor’s Emergency Education Relief Fund (GEERF), which was intended to prevent, prepare for, and respond to the novel coronavirus. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on education at all levels, and students graduating from high school are now facing greater challenges navigating the transition between secondary to postsecondary education. Students have experienced school closures, learning loss, and reduced availability of wraparound supports. There have been postsecondary enrollment declines in all sectors, but particularly at our community and technical colleges. Intentional efforts to expand existing or develop new summer bridge programs will help mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 by providing students with the academic skills and social resources needed to succeed in a college environment.
This funding opportunity is intended to produce the following outcomes:
- Increasing the number of students served by summer bridge programming
- Narrowing performance gaps in college course completion between prepared and underprepared students
- Increasing the number of first-time, full-time students enrolling in postsecondary education
- Increasing first-to-second-year retention rates of students participating in summer bridge programs, recognizing that increased retention rates are highly correlated with increased graduation rates
Proposals Due: January 10, 2022 5:00 pm
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Don't see a grant that fits your research area? Contact Proposal Services and Faculty Support to set up an appointment for a one-on-one or small group Pivot training session. |
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Reserve the Corner today for collaborative meetings, proposal development or to learn more about AU research resources.
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The flights on the AU shuttle connect faculty to other researchers or agencies to further their research goals.
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Auburn University PI Handbook, agency guides and more to help you write a successful proposal.
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Subscription-based service that Auburn University provides faculty to find funding opportunities pertinent to their research.
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