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Concept Development Webinar


Looking to level-up your grant proposals?

Competitive grant proposals require compelling ideas and strong project design. Hanover will delve into the mechanics of developing a strong hypothesis, and good objectives and aims to support or refute your hypothesis. Hanover will also discuss the anatomy of a concept paper and other ways to frame your research project concepts to potential funders. Presentation slides are available to download.

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Research Administration Training (RAC)

RAC is a comprehensive training and certification program designed to assist AU departmental and school/college level staff with research administration and/or grant/contract management responsibilities. Sessions are held online and in-person.

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News & Highlights

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State Department Partnership Offers Real-World Experience

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Grant highlight

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Institute for Responsible Carbon Removal Receives Sloan Foundation Grant

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AU Receives NIH Award to Study Effectiveness of Anti-Obesity Programs

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There are many ways to connect with AU research! Learn about externally sponsored awards from government agencies and foundations received by faculty to conduct impactful research. Listen to podcasts such as SIS Big World that shines a spotlight on complex ideas and issues that matter and Lobes & Robes that makes neuroscience for everyone. Follow us on Twitter for research highlights and upcoming events.