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
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Event Summary
AI is rapidly changing the way organizations identify and pursue grant funding, offering tools that can save time and enhance strategy if used thoughtfully. Understanding how to apply these tools can provide a significant edge in today’s competitive landscape. This session provides an overview of key areas where AI can be leveraged in the grant prospecting and proposal development process.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mountain
Virtual
Registration required
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mountain
Virtual
Registration required
Event Summary
Community partnerships can strengthen proposals, expand resources, and make your work more compelling to funders. Building these relationships requires trust, shared goals, and clear communication. This webinar will show you how to identify the right partners, structure collaborations that benefit all parties, and craft proposals that demonstrate collective impact.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mountain
Virtual
Registration required
Event Summary
While many grant seekers have access to a wealth of information about funding opportunities, finding the right fit can still be a challenge. This webinar focuses on the art of grant prospecting beyond the initial identification of potential targets—helping you to achieve meaningful alignment with funder priorities by spotting key indicators and red flags in your evaluation process.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Mountain
Virtual
Registration required
Event Summary
As research challenges become more complex, institutions are prioritizing interdisciplinary collaboration as a key component of their long-term research strategies. In this roundtable discussion, research leaders will discuss their efforts to foster collaboration across disciplines, from initiating convergent research concepts to supporting collaborative grant proposals.