The NIH will require the use of new common forms for “Research” and “Non-Research” biosketches, effective for application due dates and report submission dates on or after May 25, 2025. This change aims to standardize submission formats across federal agencies, simplify the application process, improve clarity, eliminate redundancies, and help reviewers better understand applicants’ qualifications and career trajectories. Click here for more information, and visit the ScienCV resources and instructions link.

The Brady Education Foundation invites researchers to propose randomized controlled trials that evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs aimed at reducing disparities and improving outcomes for underserved children. Priority is given to projects with strong evidence of impact and sustainability, especially partnerships between researchers and practitioners. This is a two-stage application process and applications are accepted throughout the year. For the next cycle, stage one proposals are due by December 1, 2024, and selected applicants will have until April 1, 2025, to submit stage two proposals. Learn more by visiting the Brady Education Foundation’s website.

The Research Opportunity Seed Fund (ROSF) supports innovative, multidisciplinary research projects initiated by faculty that have strong potential for future external funding. The goal is to foster diverse collaborations that lead to groundbreaking research. The College of Education has the opportunity to submit up to eight proposals. The Office of Educational Research (OER) is available to assist; please complete the Capital Needs Form if you are interested in pursuing this ROSF opportunity. Pre-proposal materials must be submitted for internal review to OER by 5:00 PM on November 13, 2024. The FPC Research Advisory Committee will review these pre-proposals and selected proposals will advance to the final submission stage, with the final proposals due via InfoReady by January 19, 2025.