Helping universities in Kentucky improve their grant applications
University of Kentucky SuRE Resource Center
The University of Kentucky is helping faculty and staff at certain Kentucky schools learn how to write better NIH grant applications through training and support, so they can get more funding for their research projects.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kentucky NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lexington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11115520 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The University of Kentucky SuRE Resource Center aims to support faculty and staff at eligible institutions in Kentucky to prepare and submit competitive NIH grant applications. This initiative includes providing training through webinars, workshops, and direct consultations to enhance their understanding of the grant application process. The center will also facilitate connections between these institutions and experienced faculty at the University of Kentucky, helping to build research infrastructure and improve grant success rates. Additionally, it will oversee a seed grant program to foster research growth in these institutions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research are faculty and staff at SuRE-eligible institutions in Kentucky that have limited NIH funding and a high percentage of Pell Grant-eligible students.
Not a fit: Patients or individuals not affiliated with SuRE-eligible institutions in Kentucky may not receive any direct benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance the ability of Kentucky's universities to secure NIH funding, leading to improved research opportunities and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Similar initiatives have shown success in enhancing grant application processes and increasing funding for under-resourced institutions, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Lexington, United States
- University of Kentucky — Lexington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Spear, Brett T — University of Kentucky
- Study coordinator: Spear, Brett T
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.