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.
Researchers Trained
Seed Grants Awarded
Capital Equipment Grants Awarded
GrantForward Funding Opportunities
Research Development vs. Research Administration
What's the difference?
Research
Development
People & idea focused
Pre-pre-award
Strategic, big picture vision
Proposal development support
Limited submissions
Training & education
Research
Administration
Policy & compliance focused
Pre- & post-award
Budgets & contracts
Proposal submission process
Award negotiation
Authorized organizational representative
Upcoming Deadlines
Upcoming Events & Trainings
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mountain
Virtual
Registration required
Event Summary
The articulation of broader impacts remains a critical component of federal grant proposals, but recent policy changes have significantly reshaped how applicants should approach this aspect of their proposals. This session will present strategies for designing and communicating broader impacts that align with current federal priorities, including practical ways to demonstrate project relevance and impact for a wide audience.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mountain
Virtual
Registration required
Event Summary
This webinar will explore pathways for grant seekers aiming to extend their research discoveries from academic settings into real-world applications. Participants will learn strategies for translating complex findings into accessible formats for practitioners, policymakers, and industry, increasing the impact and grant-readiness of their work. The session will highlight ways to bridge the gap between research and application and discuss how feedback from users can inform future projects and proposals.