research-grants

Write competitive research grant proposals for NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA.

Updated Feb 17, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/unerue/skills --skill research-grants-unerue
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Skill: research-grants
Source: https://github.com/unerue/skills/tree/main/skills/research-grants
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/unerue/skills --skill research-grants-unerue

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex and time-consuming process of writing competitive research grant proposals for major US funding agencies, increasing your chances of securing vital funding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agency-Specific Guidance: Tailored advice for NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA, covering their unique requirements, review criteria, and submission processes.
  • Proposal Component Mastery: Detailed instructions and best practices for writing critical sections like Specific Aims, Project Summaries, Broader Impacts, and Budget Justifications.
  • Use Case: You need to write an NSF CAREER proposal. This Skill provides a structured approach, explains the dual review criteria (Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts), and offers templates for key sections, guiding you from initial concept to final submission.

Quick Start

Help me draft the Specific Aims page for an NIH R01 proposal on cancer research.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-grants

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write specific aims for an NIH R01 grant proposal?

To write specific aims for an NIH R01 grant proposal, structure your research objectives by detailing the significance, innovation, and approach of your project. This Skill provides agency-specific guidance and templates for drafting competitive aims pages aligned with NIH review criteria.

What is the best way to prepare an NSF CAREER proposal?

The best way to prepare an NSF CAREER proposal is to address both Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts review criteria comprehensively. This Skill offers a structured approach and section templates, guiding researchers from initial concept to final submission.

Does this tool provide guidance for DARPA transition plans?

Yes, this tool provides guidance for DARPA transition plans. It assists researchers in navigating complex submission requirements by offering agency-specific best practices for all proposal components, including transition plans and budget justifications for DARPA.

How do I format a budget justification for a DOE research grant?

To format a budget justification for a DOE research grant, align requested funds with the project approach and agency-specific submission requirements. This Skill provides detailed instructions and best practices for crafting compliant and competitive budget justifications.

Can I use this for writing broader impacts statements for NSF proposals?

Yes, you can use this for writing broader impacts statements for NSF proposals. The Skill provides proposal component mastery with detailed instructions and best practices for writing critical sections like Broader Impacts to maximize funding success.

What should I include in a project summary for NSF or NIH funding?

A project summary for NSF or NIH funding should concisely state the research problem, specific aims, and broader impacts or significance. This Skill provides agency-specific templates and best practices to ensure your project summary meets all review criteria.