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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 on Tap: The Biology of Aging (2025)
How does aging work at the biological level? What can we do to promote health as we grow older? And what is the latest science on extending human vitality? As the global population ages rapidly, with those over 60 expected to double by 2050, the need for breakthroughs in aging research is more urgent than […]
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 […]
Department Administrator Forum: Cash Management Invoicing
Hosted by Sponsored Programs, with guest Cash Management We invited all Boston University staff involved in Research Administration to join the Department Administrator (DA) Forum on March 6 from 11:00am – 12:00pm (via Zoom). This session provided a comprehensive overview of cash management for the Sponsored Programs portfolio. Guest speakers from Research Financial Operations included […]
From Insight to Impact: Crafting Op-Eds That Amplify Your Expertise
Op-eds are a powerful way to translate your expertise into compelling narratives that influence public discourse. Join Mackey Strategies’ Melanie Moran for a 90-minute workshop designed to help you effectively draft and place op-eds that make an impact. In this session, you’ll learn: The essential elements editors seek in op-eds. How to identify timely topics that connect […]
On the Record: Effective Strategies for Elevating Your Expertise Through Successful Media Interviews (2025)
Are you ready to amplify your voice and share your research with the world? Join Mackey Strategies’ Melanie Moran for a dynamic 90-minute workshop where you’ll learn how to confidently navigate media interviews, craft impactful key messages, and engage effectively with journalists to position yourself as a go-to expert in your field. In this interactive […]
Research on Tap: Tackling Cancer Through Multidisciplinary Research (2025)
Cancer remains one of the most complex and pressing challenges in medicine, requiring innovative approaches that span disciplines and perspectives. Advancing our understanding through research is critical to unlocking new prevention strategies, breakthrough treatments, and improved outcomes for patients worldwide. This Research on Tap will showcase the breadth of expertise driving progress in cancer prevention, […]
Research on Tap: AI and the Humanities (2025)
Artificial intelligence is transforming every aspect of our lives, raising urgent questions about its implications for ethics, identity, and the health of our political and economic systems. At the same time, AI is opening new frontiers in humanities research—reshaping how we analyze complex texts, uncover historical insights, and approach critical fields like anthropology. At this […]
Meet the Donaghue Foundation (2025)
Are you looking for funding to support health services research? The Donaghue Foundation provides grants to help organizations improve the value of their health care services. The foundation focuses chiefly on reducing (a) high and rising healthcare costs, (b) unwarranted variation and lack of transparency in quality, prices, and outcomes, and (c) racial and ethnic disparities in […]
Research on Tap: How Social Policies Shape Our Lives from Birth to Old Age
Across the globe, governments are grappling with how to design policies that meet the needs of diverse and aging populations, address widening inequalities, and promote overall societal well-being. In the United States, debates over health care, economic safety nets, and education underscore the critical importance of evidence-based policy decisions. In this Research on Tap, we […]