workflow-research-grants

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

Updated Mar 13, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode --skill workflow-research-grants
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Skill: workflow-research-grants
Source: https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode/tree/main/.opencode/skills/workflow-research-grants
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/biomaps-infra/blender-opencode --skill workflow-research-grants

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the complex and time-consuming process of writing competitive research grant proposals for major federal agencies, ensuring all critical components are addressed.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Agency-Specific Guidance: Provides detailed information on NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA requirements, review criteria, and proposal structures.
  • Component Breakdown: Offers strategies for writing key sections like Specific Aims, Broader Impacts, Budget Justifications, and Technical Approaches.
  • Use Case: A researcher needs to write an NSF proposal. They can use this Skill to understand the Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts criteria, get guidance on structuring their Project Description, and learn how to budget effectively for their research team.

Quick Start

Help me write a competitive NSF proposal for my computational biology research project.

Frequently Asked Questions about workflow-research-grants

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

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How do I write Specific Aims for an NIH research grant proposal?

Writing Specific Aims for an NIH research grant proposal requires clearly defining your research hypotheses, objectives, and expected outcomes. This Skill provides targeted guidance on structuring Specific Aims to align with NIH review criteria and agency expectations.

What is the best way to structure Broader Impacts for an NSF proposal?

The best way to structure Broader Impacts for an NSF proposal is to explicitly connect your research to societal contributions, education, and diversity. This Skill helps you develop Broader Impacts sections that satisfy NSF review criteria alongside Intellectual Merit requirements.

How do I write a budget justification for federal research funding applications?

Writing a budget justification for federal research funding applications involves detailing how requested funds support specific project activities and personnel. This Skill offers strategies for preparing budget justifications that align with agency-specific rules for NSF, NIH, DOE, and DARPA.

Does this provide guidance on technical approach sections for DARPA proposals?

Yes, it provides guidance on technical approach sections for DARPA proposals. This Skill breaks down strategies for writing technical approaches that address DARPA's specific review criteria and mandatory proposal components for successful grant applications.

Can I use this to understand DOE grant requirements and review criteria?

Yes, you can use this to understand DOE grant requirements and review criteria. This Skill delivers detailed information on agency-specific proposal structures and review standards for DOE, ensuring all critical components for research funding are addressed.