Thursday, December 11, 2025 | 12-1 PM
Virtual
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.
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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. We’ll also discuss how Research Development can support you in developing broader impact strategies for large, complex, and center-scale proposals.
You’ll Learn:
- How reviewers are interpreting broader impacts in the current environment
- Practical strategies for integrating broader societal impacts into your NSF proposal
- Examples of strong approaches from recent reviews
- How Research Development can partner with you to strengthen your large center interdisciplinary proposals
Featuring
Moderator
Panelists
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Sean Elliot
Professor, Materials Science and Engineering, Chemistry
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Sarah Hokanson
Assistant Vice President and Assistant Provost, Research Development and PhD & Postdoctoral Affairs
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Paul Trunfio
Lecturer, Physics