Research Development

2579

Researchers Trained

345

Seed Grants Awarded

101

Capital Equipment Grants Awarded

32000

GrantForward Opportunities

The ultimate goal of the Research Development Division is to foster a competitive advantage in the search for external funding by helping researchers develop strong and successful proposal writing skills and research portfolios, and ultimately expand the revenue created by externally funded research at USU. As part of this goal, the Division, through a network of college-based proposal development specialists, helps to relieve researchers of the logistics of proposal development and submission to allow more time to focus on technical writing. Proposal development specialists can help researchers from the beginning to end of the proposal development and submission process or at any point throughout depending on needs and/or wants.

Research Development vs. Research Administration
What's the difference?

Research Development is people and idea focused, pre-pre-award, strategic/big picture vision, proposal development support, limited submissions, training and education. Research Administration is policy and compliance focused, pre- and post-award, budgets and contracts, proposal submission process, award negotiation, and an authorized organization representative.

NIH R15 Program: Change in USU Eligibility
As of October 1, 2022, USU is ineligible to submit to the NIH R15 program.

USU researchers can review the Office of Research memo in Box. If you have any difficulties accessing the memo, please email Jeri Hansen.

Upcoming Deadlines

Limited Submission Notice of Intent
Pew Biomedical Scholars Grant Program
Notice of Intent due March 18, 2024
Institutional nomination due May 15, 2024

The Pew Scholars Program in the Biomedical Sciences provides funding to young investigators of outstanding promise in science relevant to the advancement of human health. One (1) nomination is invited from each participating institution. As part of the internal Notice of Intent, you will be required to submit a 2-page project description and CV.


FY25 Office of Research Seed Grants (Cycle 1)
June 17, 2024

FY25 cycle 1 seed grant applications are due June 17, 2024. Be sure to check with your Dean’s Office on internal deadline. Awarded grants will begin September 1, 2024.

Upcoming Events & Trainings

Interacting with Program Officers Workshop
March 29, 2024
3:00-4:30pm MDT
Zoom (virtual)

The Interacting with Program Officers workshop provides faculty with a better understanding of the role of funding agency program officers/leaders and why their feedback is important to increasing funding chances. The workshop will offer tips on how to develop a relationship with program officers/leaders, including advice on effective communication and common mistakes to avoid, and the importance of confirming if research ideas align with agency/program goals. The workshop will also include an interactive panel discussion with former program officers/leaders who are now at USU.


Integrated Team Research (ITR) Seed Grant Workshop
April 5, 2024
3:00-4:00pm MDT
Zoom (virtual)

Considering submitting an ITR application for the June 2024 deadline? Be sure to attend the Integrated Team Research (ITR) workshop to gain an understanding of the program and learn application best practices. 


Research Summit: Water
April 23, 2024
3:00-5:00pm
Maverik Champions Club (3rd floor)

Mark your calendars and join us for the next Research Summit on water! What is a Research Summit? Research Summits are dynamic events where experts, thought leaders, and industry representatives converge to discuss critical topics. Summit details will be coming soon!


Spring 2024 NSF Grants Conference
June 3 - 5, 2024
Philadelphia, PA
Hybrid event (in-person or virtual)

The NSF Grants Conference is a must, especially for new faculty, researchers, and administrators. Attendees will engage in and learn: New programs and initiatives, proposal preparation, NSF’s merit review process , NSF directorate sessions, award management topics , conflict of interest policies , and NSF systems updates.