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Research and Proposal Development is the process through which research concepts are refined, funding opportunities are identified, and competitive proposals are developed and submitted to sponsors. The Pre-Award team provides guidance and support throughout the proposal lifecycle, helping investigators align develop compliant and compelling applications and navigate institutional policies and procedures to maximize funding success.<\/h4>\n

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Sponsored Project Lifecycle<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Plan your research project, identify funding opportunities, and build a strong research foundation.<\/p>\n

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Develop a clear, compelling proposal and prepare it for successful submission.<\/p>\n

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Research Development is the strategic first step of a research project, and includes project planning and proposal development. Key components of the research development process are summarized below.<\/p>\n

Select the links below to explore resources that support the research development process.<\/strong><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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