READY
No one runs a marathon without preparing, planning and training. Similarly, we offer the resources, workshops and coaching that will build and hone your sponsored funding strengths long before a solicitation is issued. Our suite of research development services set you up for future funding success.
Finding Partners and Resources
Grants Hub staff can act as your personal concierge to connect you with people, units, and resources—at Iowa State and beyond—that can help.
- Concierge connections to people, units, and resources on campus and beyond
- Assistance with tools to identify subject-matter experts and collaborators
- Coordination and introduction to other Iowa State units to get you the information and help you need
Funding Strategy and Sponsor Alignment
Every sponsor has its own culture, priorities, and processes. Grants Hub staff can help you navigate the changing funding landscape and align your research direction.
Coaching on federal/state/nonprofit/industry cultures, priorities, expectations, and requirements
- Individualized advice on funding strategy and diversification
- Sponsor‑specific consultations and trainings
- Facilitation of campus visits with program officers and industry reps
Team Science Training
Knowing how to effectively communicate and collaborate across disciplinary boundaries is key to building teams that can compete in today’s funding arena. Grants Hub offers:
- Evidence‑based consultation on strategies and practices
- Templates and tools for managing effective teams
- Research Collaboration Catalysts cohort
The Grants Hub coordinates the Research Collaboration Catalysts program, a selective team science academy offered by the Office of the Vice President for Research. Every-other academic year nominated faculty learn techniques and approaches for building and leading high-functioning, high-performing interdisciplinary research teams from both Iowa State experts and national leaders in team science.
Telling Your Story
In an increasingly challenging landscape, you need to be an effective storyteller to convince funders, colleagues, and the general public of the value of your research. We can help you hone your skills through . . .
- Communication and writing workshops through the OVPR
- Help articulating your research value proposition
- Guidance on pitch decks, videos, white papers, and other formats beyond traditional proposal narratives