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research-grants

Guide researchers in drafting grant proposals for NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA.

1|2|Updated Jan 7, 2026
Search Tags:#review#guidelines#budget#proposal#funding#grant-writing#resubmission
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npx skills add https://github.com/danieldekay/copilot-config-promptops --skill research-grants-danieldekay
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Skill: research-grants
Source: https://github.com/danieldekay/copilot-config-promptops/tree/main/skills/research-grants
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danieldekay/copilot-config-promptops --skill research-grants-danieldekay

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

Writing competitive research grant proposals is time-consuming and complex, requiring mastery of multiple agency formats, review criteria, and submission processes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agency-aligned templates for NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA project descriptions, specific aims, budgets, and impacts.
  • Comprehensive guidance on agency review criteria, resubmission strategies, and risk management to improve success rates.
  • Templates & examples for budgets, broader impacts, and data management to streamline proposal preparation across disciplines.

Quick Start

Draft a ready-to-submit NSF project summary using the included templates and guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-grants

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a competitive NSF grant proposal?▼

To write a competitive NSF grant proposal, use agency-aligned templates for project summaries, descriptions, and broader impacts to structure content against specific review criteria and improve success rates.

What is the best way to structure specific aims for NIH funding?▼

The best way to structure specific aims for NIH funding is using dedicated agency templates that align with NIH review criteria, ensuring your research objectives directly address review requirements.

Can I use this guidance to prepare a DOE or DARPA grant submission?▼

Yes, you can prepare DOE or DARPA grant submissions using the included agency-specific templates, budget justifications, and risk management checklists tailored to their unique program mechanisms and formats.

How do I write a budget justification for a research grant?▼

Write a budget justification for a research grant by applying provided budget templates and examples to streamline preparation, ensuring expenses align with agency guidelines and project requirements.

What should I include in a broader impacts section for NSF?▼

Include societal contributions and educational outreach in your broader impacts section for NSF using provided templates and examples to ensure compliance with agency guidelines and strengthen your proposal.

How do I handle a resubmission after a rejected grant proposal?▼

Handle a resubmission after a rejected grant proposal by applying structured resubmission strategies and evaluation checklists to address reviewer feedback, mitigate risks, and optimize your revised submission.

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