research-grants

Guide research grant proposals for NSF, NIH, DOE, DARPA, and NSTC.

2|Updated Feb 2, 2026
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Skill: research-grants
Source: https://github.com/Weiwei-Mao/hydrology-skills/tree/main/hydrology-skills/research-grants
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Weiwei-Mao/hydrology-skills --skill research-grants-weiwei-mao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill tackles the complex and time-consuming challenge of writing competitive research grant proposals, helping researchers secure funding.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agency-Specific Guidance: Provides tailored advice for NSF, NIH, DOE, DARPA, and NSTC.
  • Proposal Structure: Details core components like Specific Aims, Project Descriptions, Budgets, and Broader Impacts.
  • Review Criteria Analysis: Explains how proposals are evaluated by each agency.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to write an NSF CAREER proposal but is unsure how to effectively integrate broader impacts with their research plan. This Skill provides specific strategies and examples for crafting a compelling proposal that addresses both review criteria.

Quick Start

Use the research grants skill to help me draft the broader impacts section for an NSF proposal.

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 with effective broader impacts?

To write a competitive NSF grant proposal, integrate broader impacts directly with your research plan. Provide specific strategies and examples that address both review criteria, ensuring the project description clearly outlines societal benefits alongside scientific advancement.

What are the key components of an NIH research grant proposal?

Key components of an NIH research grant proposal include Specific Aims, Project Descriptions, and a detailed Budget. Structure these elements to align with agency-specific review criteria, ensuring your research strategy addresses scientific significance and innovation.

How does grant proposal review criteria differ between NSF, NIH, and DOE?

Grant proposal review criteria differ by agency: NSF emphasizes broader impacts, NIH prioritizes significance and innovation, and DOE focuses on scientific technical merit. Tailor your proposal structure to match the specific evaluation standards of each funding agency.

What is the best way to structure a research proposal for DARPA funding?

The best way to structure a DARPA research proposal is to align your technical approach with agency-specific review criteria. Clearly define core components like project descriptions and budget preparation, emphasizing technological innovation and feasibility to maximize funding success.

Can I use this approach to prepare budgets for NSTC research proposals?

Yes, you can prepare budgets for NSTC research proposals using comprehensive guidance. The strategy covers budget preparation best practices tailored to specific funding agencies, ensuring financial plans align with NSTC requirements and maximize proposal competitiveness.

When should I start planning my broader impacts section for an NSF CAREER proposal?

Start planning your broader impacts section for an NSF CAREER proposal during the initial research strategy phase. Integrate the broader impacts directly with your research plan early, using specific examples to ensure a cohesive proposal that satisfies review criteria.