Grant Writing

Learn about the NIH NRSA Application Process

Register for the NIH F Writing Workshop

Unlocking the Secrets of Successful Grant Writing

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Learn how to craft compelling proposals to secure funding for cancer-related research projects. It involves identifying appropriate funding sources, developing a strong research plan, and effectively communicating the significance and potential impact of the proposed research to funding agencies. Successful cancer research grant writing requires a deep understanding of the scientific literature, a clear and concise writing style, and a strategic approach to proposal development and submission.

Enhance Your Grant Writing Skills with Trainee Resouces

Writing Tips
Access to slides presentations and video recordings for tips for navigating the K Award Process.
NIH F Workshop
NIH F workshop collaborating with UCLA Graduate Writing Center.
NIH Requirements
Information on common components in NIH applications, including guidelines, templates, and NIH notices and policies to help guide investigators through the grant application process.
Fellowship and Grant Proposals
A variety of resources to help with applying for major fellowships, including links and videos as well as samples of successful application essays available for view. Preparation guidelines and grant-writing tools from UCLA’s Office of Contract and Grant
Grant Submission Support
Provides support for editing and proofreading grant applications. Drafting grant writing outlines; Creating a detailed checklist of required components; and Reviewing and editing documents to ensure responsiveness to the RFA, across all documents.
Writing Consultation Appointments
UCLA Graduate Writing Center Schedule an Appointment for writing support on Academic Writing, Application Documents, STEM, Fellowships/Grants, Article Manuscripts, Oral Presentations, Lab Reports, Writing Process, Revision Strategies, Style/Flow
Writing for Publication
Workbooks, workshops, and articles that breaking down the process of writing an article into manageable parts.
Proposing, Writing, and Filing Your Thesis and Dissertation
Comprehensive information about thesis and dissertation writing in published books. A range of sites, Image by National Cancer Institute