From Idea to Award: Planning for Your First (or Next) NIH Grant Submission (2015)
The NIH funds important discoveries that improve health and save lives. Applying for NIH funding can seem like a daunting task that requires extensive knowledge about the agency and its funding mechanisms – but it doesn’t have to be. On December 2, 2015, Dr. Brett Miller of the NIH presented an overview of the NIH’s structure, mission, and operations. He framed the grant application process in the context of career development and tenure for early career researchers, while also highlighting recent changes within the agency to better position experienced researchers in their proposals.