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  • Grant wRiting InTensive Program (GRIT)
    The Grant wRiting InTensive (GRIT) program offers scholars 12 months of highly structured activities focused on specific steps in the extramural grant application process. From biosketches and specific aims to mentor selection and budgeting, GRIT provides invaluable guidance, structure, accountability, and coaching to help early-stage investigators meet submission deadlines and craft competitive proposals and responsive resubmissions.
  • Workshops for Skill-Building
    The Research Development Office (RDO) is happy to work with schools, departments, and divisions across campus to develop and deliver workshops and/or facilitate sessions geared towards increasing awareness of institutional resources, building research development skills, and advancing team science. Sessions and topics covered can be tailored to meet specific needs and may include navigating UAB’s research resources, finding funding opportunities, writing a competitive grant proposal, and more! This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn more.
  • Office of Research Training Hub
    Additional training related to the conduct of research and submission of extramural funding proposals at UAB can be found on the Office of Research Training Hub. Frequently used trainings for researchers working on extramural funding proposals cover topics to UAB’s Integrated Research Administration Portal (IRAP), the Office of Sponsored Programs, and Office of Research E-reports.