RSVP by January 30th

Each year hundreds of funding agencies partner with the Research Foundation to engage SJSU faculty and other university specialists to perform basic and applied research, public service and community projects, consulting, and other specialized educational activities. This workshop will focus on how the Research Foundation is organized to help you locate and apply for external funding, as well as explore potential partnerships within the academic community. Learn how the Research Foundation and the SJSU Office of Graduate Studies and Research work together to enable and promote externally-funded programs. Meet the key staff members who can assist you with locating resources for your research and scholarly projects. RSVP to Nancy.Riley@sjsu.edu

Submitting Your Proposal through the SJSU Research Foundation

RSVP by March 2nd

An important part of writing a successful grant proposal is developing a budget that clearly expresses the cost of your research project. Where do you begin when creating your budget? For example, do you plan to hire students, purchase supplies, rent space, or attend conferences? How will these costs affect your proposed budget? This workshop will be a step-by-step primer on the components of a proposal budget and how best to build a budget in response to an RFP (request for proposal). Each of the major line items in a typical budget will be discussed in detail. Important topics such as salaries, cost-sharing, facilities and administrative costs, and allowable costs will be addressed. RSVP to Nancy.Riley@sjsu.edu

RSVP by April 10th

In partnership with the Northeastern California Small Business Development Center at CSU Chico, and the CSU ChancellorÕs Office, this workshop will provide you with an overview of the Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer programs and tips for successful proposal submittal. RSVP to Nancy.Riley@sjsu.edu

RSVP by May 4th

Dr. Marc d'Alarcao, Biochemistry and Chemical Biology Professor, as an experienced Principal Investigator and reviewer for federal agencies, will provide an inside look at federal proposal review sessions. This workshop will provide insight on how to best position your proposal for success during evaluation. RSVP to Nancy.Riley@sjsu.edu

RSVP by May 10th

In many instances federal agencies suggest that principal investigators contact program officers before submitting a proposal for federal funding. This workshop will help prepare you prepare for and learn how to confidently approach funding agency program officers for approvals and information you may need to submit successful proposals for external funding. Dr. Jerry Flanzer, Associate Dean of Research, Office of Graduate Studies & Research will present and moderate. RSVP to Nancy.Riley@sjsu.edu