Research Tracks

A publication of the Office of the Vice Provost for Research at Baylor University

August 19, 2013
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Selected funding opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields

National Institutes of Health Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) of Genomic Research Small Research Grant Program (R03) Deadlines: Oct. 16, 2013; Feb. 16, 2014; June 16, 2014 Functions of Skeletal Muscle Beyond Contraction (R21) Deadlines: Oct. 16, 2013; Feb. … Continue reading

August 9, 2013
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NIH updates grant and contract guidelines for animal research

The National Institutes of Health have revised their grant and contract submission requirements based on the 2013 update to the American Veterinary Medical Association’s guidelines for the euthanasia of research animals. Beginning September 1, 2013, the Vertebrate Animal Section of … Continue reading

July 24, 2013
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Selected funding opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields

National Institutes of Health Research on the Role of Epigenetics in Social, Behavioral, Environmental and Biological Relationships, Throughout the Life-Span and Across Generations (R21) Deadlines: Optional letter of intent due Oct. 13, 2013; full proposal due Nov. 13, 2013 National … Continue reading

June 21, 2013
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Conflict of interest regulations promote transparency and objectivity in health research

The U.S. Public Health Service (PHS) has amended its financial Conflict of Interest (COI) regulations aimed at eliminating real or perceived conflicts of interest on the part of investigators who receive funding to conduct health research. The policy changes the way … Continue reading

June 6, 2013
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Selected funding opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics

National Institutes of Health Research Supplements to Promote Re-Entry Into Biomedical and Behavioral Research Careers Deadline varies by sponsoring institute.  Click here for more information (PA expires September 30, 2015). Addressing Health Disparities in Maternal and Child Health Through Community-Based … Continue reading

June 4, 2013
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Reminder: Texas SBIR/STTR Summit & Conference, June 12 in Austin

It’s not too late to register for the 2013 SBIR/STTR Summit & Conference, taking place June 12 in Austin. WHO Entrepreneurs, researchers, and small business owners in need of research and development funding WHAT A one-day conference designed to provide all … Continue reading

May 17, 2013
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Selected funding opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics

National Aeronautics and Space Administration Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) – Rapid Response and Novel Research in Earth Science Deadline: March 31, 2014 Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) – Topical Workshops, Symposia, and Conferences … Continue reading

April 26, 2013
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“What’s the secret to getting grants?”

A recent column in the Chronicle of Higher Education offers some helpful guidance for faculty seeking to build their research careers with external funding.  The author, Karen M. Markin, director of research development at the University of Rhode Island, based … Continue reading