Proposal Development Office

Postponed: NIH Common Forms Implementation for Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support

To further support a successful transition to the planned digitally certified SciENcv Common Forms, NIH is postponing the May 25, 2025 implementation date for all grant applications and Research Performance Progress Reports (RPPRs).

Elizabeth Ford, Ph.D.
Proposal Development Officer

Location: 504L M. I. King Library
Phone: 859-257-2861
Email: Elizabeth.Ford@uky.edu

New NIH Initiatives and Policies Page

The NIH has posted an Implementation of New Initiatives and Policies page on the NIH Grants & Funding Website to pull together the latest information on recent and upcoming changes that impact applications and grants administration. Implementation of New Initiatives and Policies

Friday High-Five with PDO: Introduction to NSF CAREER for Early Faculty

Mar 28, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Explore this prestigious NSF award that supports research and education plans for non-tenured faculty. What steps do you need to take to apply in July? This will be the second session of "Friday High-Five with PDO," the Proposal Development Office's new weekly workshop series.

Friday High-Five with PDO: What Can PDO Do for You? Tools, Resources & Services

Mar 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

In this inaugural session of "Friday High-Five with PDO," the Proposal Development Office's new weekly workshop series, we will introduce you to our office and the array of services and resources we offer to UK investigators seeking grants. Every Friday at 11:00 a.m. PDO will share up-to-date guidance, advice, and tips for developing competitive grant proposals. Each session will consist of a 30-minute training followed by 15-minute dedicated Q&A. You will learn five key takeaways to help your proposal writing and development. Presented by Lou Hurst

Summary of Recent Significant Updates to the NIH Genomic Data Sharing Policy

COGR has posted a Summary of Recent Significant Updates to the NIH Genomic Data Sharing Policy.

Mapping your Proposal Route: A Guide to UK’s Grants Support Services

Dec 4, 2024, 1:00 – 2:00 PM

This session will walk through the grant life cycle at UK from concept ideation through submission, award and post-award administration. We will outline the full range of support services available; describe when, where and how to request these services; and clarify roles of the PI and the various grants support staff. The session will include a live Q&A with representatives from the Proposal Development Office (PDO), Foundation & Corporate Philanthropy (FCP), Collaborative Grant Services (CGS), and the Office of Sponsored Projects Administration (OSPA).

Halley Todd
Proposal Development Officer

Location: 504N M.I. King Library
Phone: 859-257-2861
Email: halley.todd@uky.edu

Ben Southworth
Proposal Development Officer

Location: 504H M.I. King Library
Phone: 859-257-2861
Email: ben.southworth@uky.edu

SciENcv QuickSTART: A Guide to Creating an NIH Biosketch Using SciENcv

Dec 4, 2024, 2:00 – 3:00 PM

Join online via Zoom: https://uky.zoom.us/j/88477933962

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