alterlab-research-grants

Consolidate grant-writing templates and guidance for NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA proposals.

58|9|Updated Mar 16, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/AlterLab-IEU/AlterLab-Academic-Skills --skill alterlab-research-grants
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Skill: alterlab-research-grants
Source: https://github.com/AlterLab-IEU/AlterLab-Academic-Skills/tree/main/skills/writing-tools/alterlab-research-grants
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AlterLab-IEU/AlterLab-Academic-Skills --skill alterlab-research-grants

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive, agency-aligned framework for planning, drafting, and managing competitive grant proposals across NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA, helping researchers secure funding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agency-specific guidance: Detailed guidelines, templates, and checklists for NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA proposals.
  • Proposal components: Specific Aims/Overview, Project Description, Budgets, Resourcing, and resubmission strategies.
  • Templates and resources: Ready-to-use templates for project summaries, specific aims, budget justification, and more.
  • Strategic guidance: Review criteria mapping, resubmission strategies, and best practices for multi-agency submissions.

Quick Start

Provide a tailored grant outline and templates for your target agency and program.

Frequently Asked Questions about alterlab-research-grants

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I write an NSF or NIH grant proposal that meets specific review criteria?

Writing NSF or NIH grant proposals requires aligning project descriptions and specific aims with official agency review criteria. This Skill provides agency-specific templates, checklists, and best practices to map your proposal directly to NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA funding guidelines.

What is the best way to prepare a grant resubmission after a rejected proposal?

A grant resubmission requires a strategic approach to address reviewer feedback and update project descriptions. This Skill provides resubmission strategies and structured templates to revise NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA proposals for improved review outcomes.

Can I use a single framework for multi-agency grant writing across NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA?

Yes, multi-agency grant writing is supported through a consolidated framework that adapts to NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA guidelines. It delivers agency-specific guidance, governance plans, and budget templates tailored to each program's unique requirements.

How do I create a budget justification for a DOE or DARPA research grant?

Creating a budget justification for DOE or DARPA grants requires detailing proposed costs against agency resource guidelines. This Skill supplies ready-to-use budget justification templates and resourcing plans aligned with major U.S. funding agency standards.

Does this grant-writing framework provide templates for specific aims and project summaries?

Yes, the grant-writing framework includes ready-to-use templates for specific aims, project summaries, and full project descriptions. These components are structured to align with NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA official proposal guidelines.

When should I use agency-specific checklists for federal research grant submissions?

Agency-specific checklists should be used during the planning and drafting phases of federal research grant submissions. They ensure your NSF, NIH, DOE, or DARPA proposal aligns with official guidelines and review criteria before final submission.