Workshops and sessions related to finding funding from federal sponsors.
Developing an ARPA-H Proposal: Lessons from BU Faculty
Thursday, October 29 | 12-1 pm Zoom What does it actually take to develop a competitive ARPA-H proposal? Join Boston University faculty Liang Hao, Christopher Chen, and Tommaso Ranzani who have received ARPA-H funding for a candid discussion of their experiences developing ARPA-H proposals. Moderated by Research Development, the panel will cover team formation, milestones […]
ARPA-H: Mission, Funding Opportunities, and Application Strategies
Thursday, September 24 | 12-1 pm Zoom The Advanced Research Program Agency for Health (ARPA-H) invests in high-risk, high-reward biomedical and health breakthroughs, taking an approach that is fundamentally different from traditional funding sources. Research Development, Federal Relations, and the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine’s Grants Strategy Office will co-host a workshop series to […]
DARPA Biological Technologies Office: Insights from Director Michael Koeris
Are you interested in doing research at the leading edge of science and technology? The Biological Technologies Office (BTO) within the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) leverages advances in biology, artificial intelligence, and machine learning to develop technologies that protect warfighters, strengthen logistics and supply chains, and accelerate transformative science across the biological spectrum. […]
Early-Career Faculty Funding: Opportunities, Resources, and Strategies for Success
Seeking both federal and foundation/private funding? Join Research Development, Foundation Relations, Federal Relations and Washington-D.C.-based consulting firm Lewis-Burke Associates for a webinar outlining key resources available to early-career faculty in today’s evolving funding landscape. This session will provide an overview of funding-related resources at Boston University and feature a panel discussion with BU faculty from […]
NSF Broader Impacts in a Different Climate
Join Research Development for an interactive panel discussion on how National Science Foundation (NSF) reviewers are approaching broader impacts in today’s shifting funding climate. Colleagues who have been recent NSF reviewers will share what they’ve learned from the review process, offering concrete, actionable tips for crafting compelling broader impacts sections—particularly in light of evolving expectations and priorities. […]
Strategies for Pursuing Department of Defense Funding
Interested in learning more about Department of Defense (DOD) research funding, but unsure where to begin? Join Lewis-Burke Associates LLC, a Washington, DC based consulting firm, for an informative session on navigating the DOD research landscape. This presentation will offer: An overview of key DOD funding opportunities Guidance on building relationships with DOD program managers […]
NSF Releases New Translation to Practice Solicitation
$30 million in total funding available to support translational research, develop partnerships between higher education and industry, and advance STEM education and training.
Unlocking NSF Funding Opportunities for Infrastructure and Instrumentation
Learn more about building strong partnerships, crafting compelling proposals, and navigating the funding process at the National Science Foundation.
Research Meets Policy: Engaging with Federal Lawmakers
Are you looking to elevate your research and ensure it has an impact on policy? Interested in advocating for meaningful change or securing increased federal funding for your field? Join BU Federal Relations and the Office of Research for a dynamic conversation on how to effectively connect with federal lawmakers and influence policy decisions. This […]
Find Funding in Biomedical Innovation: Working with ARPA-H (2024)
Founded in 2022, the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is a federal funding agency that supports high-potential, high-impact biomedical and health research that cannot be readily accomplished through traditional research or commercial activity. Like other Advanced Research Projects Agencies, ARPA-H provides research funding to create new opportunities and solve important problems through ambitious, well-defined, […]