Dr. Larsen to lead grant-writing boot camp in November

Jennifer Larsen, MD, vice chancellor for research

Jennifer Larsen, MD, vice chancellor for research

Jennifer Larsen, MD, vice chancellor for research, will lead a virtual grant writing “boot camp” from 8-11 a.m. on Nov. 6.

New and early-stage investigators, as well as students and administrators, must register online through NuRamp for this event. A confirmation email with the Zoom link will be sent to registrants.

The boot camp will give attendees a broad overview and the basics of grant writing, with a focus on helping early investigators who are just beginning to apply for federal funding.

Topics discussed throughout the morning will include:

  • Finding and using resources for grant preparation and submission;
  • A review of common grant elements;
  • Principles of good grant-writing and grantsmanship;
  • Understanding grant budget basics; and
  • Timelines and required processes.

Speakers will include:

  • Jennifer Larsen, MD, vice chancellor for research;
  • Howard Fox, MD, PhD, professor and senior associate dean for research, UNMC College of Medicine; and
  • Bethany DeCarolis, assistant director of sponsored programs administration.

Contact Max Kuenstling with any questions related to this event.