Bioinspired Communication & Ethics

Module 3: Proposal Writing & Review

This module provides comprehensive training in research proposal development and evaluation, with a focus on federal funding agencies and foundation grants. You’ll learn to craft compelling proposals, practice NSF-style panel review, and develop the skills necessary to secure funding for bioinspired communication research projects.


πŸ“Œ Key Topics


πŸ›οΈ Federal Funding Agencies

▢️ National Science Foundation (NSF)

▢️ National Institutes of Health (NIH)


πŸŽ“ Fellowship Programs

▢️ NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)

▢️ Other Fellowship Opportunities


🏒 Foundation & Private Funding


πŸ“ Proposal Writing Resources

▢️ Effective Proposal Structure

▢️ Broader Impacts Strategies


πŸ“š Module Activities & Learning Objectives

This module provides hands-on experience with the complete research funding lifecycle. Through guided practice, students will develop essential skills in:

Β» Detailed assignment instructions, rubrics, and submission portals are available on the course Blackboard site.


πŸ“š Additional Resources


← Scientific Writing & Peer Review Research Ethics β†’