Workshops & Trainings

Research Development encompasses a series of timely trainings and workshops. These currently include: Research BREAKS, Grantsmanship Training, NSF CAREER Information Session, NIH Information Session, and Developing Broader Impacts. This is not an exhaustive list, and as new workshops and events are developed, they will be disseminated to our campus.

All UNT researchers are invited to participate in a new research education series called B.R.E.A.K.S. - Building the Research Enterprise and Knowledge Series. Each session will be led by a topic expert in the field in order to elevate best practices, while answering some of the most frequently asked questions by UNT researchers related to the topic. Register for this new series on our events page, and keep an eye on our monthly topics flyers that will be sent out through the colleges.

Postponed for 2024-2025

The Division of Research and Innovation is partnered with the distinguished AtKisson Training Group LLC, which is focused on proposal preparation and review processes that lead to increased external funding submission success. This research development training is designed to convey the fundamentals of proposal writing, concrete tips, and operational strategies. The session combines a lecture format with engagement activities to fit the range of potential funding targets identified by UNT. The targeted learning outcomes include:

Understanding the preparation steps before beginning the writing process;
Learning techniques for creating a strong argument for the proposed project;
Developing techniques for communicating the approach clearly; and
Understanding how these techniques connect to the process by which a grant proposal is reviewed.

Integrated into all sessions are ways to make the proposal process part of the everyday academic process and how to strategically plan for longer-term funding.

Next Date: December 10, 2024

Time: 8:30am-4:30pm

Location: Gateway 43 & 47

Note: This event is at max capacity. If you are interested in being added to the waitlist please email the Research Development Team at Research.Development@unt.edu.

UNT's Division of Research & Innovation conducts annual information sessions on the NSF CAREER Program. This program is intended for faculty who are listed as Assistant Professor and whose research lies within the NSF CAREER eligible directorate areas: Biological Sciences, Computer and Information Science, and Engineering, Education and Human Resources, Engineering, Geosciences, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences, Integrative Activities, International Science and Engineering.

The session includes the following:

Overview of the NSF CAREER grant program
Advice from UNT faculty that have been awarded an NSF CAREER grant
How to match with a faculty mentor to provide feedback on your application
Grant application process and dissemination of relevant information
Approaches for the resubmission process
Overview of Broader Impacts
Ideas for the integrated education plan

Next Event Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Location: Zoom
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To view previous NSF CAREER Workshops, click here.

The NIH Grant Writing Workshop Series is an intensive, hands-on program aimed at equipping researchers with essential knowledge and skills to enhance the competitiveness of their NIH grant proposals. Tailored for principal investigators (PIs) who are interested in pursuing NIH funding, this three-part series offers direct guidance from experts and practical strategies to navigate the complexities of NIH grant writing.

Session 1 (Virtual, March 17, 9–11 am): Strategizing Your Proposal Development – This session introduces NIH resources crucial for strategic planning, including Success Rates, NIH RePORTER, and sample grants. Participants will also dive into the Specific Aims section, learning how to craft clear and compelling research objectives that align with NIH priorities.

Session 2 (Virtual, March 26, 9–11 am): Writing and Reviewing Your Science – Focused on the Research Approach, this session covers best practices for detailing the scientific rationale, methodology, and rigor of proposed studies. It also provides an in-depth overview of the NIH review process, helping applicants understand how reviewers evaluate proposals.

Session 3 (In-Person, April 8, 9–11 am): Mock Study Section – This capstone session simulates a real NIH study section, allowing participants to experience the review process firsthand. Participants will observe proposal critiques and gain insights into how reviewers discuss and score applications.

PIs interested in pursuing NIH funding are strongly encouraged to apply. This series will provide valuable skills and feedback to enhance their grant writing, increasing their chances of successful funding.

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To view previous NIH Workshops, click here.

Join us for a workshop hosted by the Research Development Team and led by Dr. Brenda Barrio, exploring "servingness" in Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs) and its role in impactful research. Gain practical insights into crafting compelling grant proposals, integrating broader impacts into your research, and securing funding while fostering meaningful student engagement.

Panelists include:

Dr. Stephanie Aguilar-Smith--Assistant Professor, College of Education

Dr. Song Fu--Professor and Associate Chair for Research, College of Engineering

Dr. Lee Hughes--Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies, College of Science

Dr. Lysa McIntyre--Vice Provost of Student Success & HSI Taskforce Lead

Next Event Date: Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Time: 10:00AM-11:30AM
Location: University Union Room 385
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To view previous Broader Impacts workshops, click here.