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1 online resource (241 pages) |
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Cover; Half Title; Title Page; Copyright Page; Dedication; Contents; Preface; Author; Chapter 1 Strong inference; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Strong inference: The Definition; 1.3 Examples of strong inference; 1.3.1 Molecular biology; 1.3.2 Motor control and development; 1.3.3 Biomechanics and orthopedic surgery; 1.4 Additional thoughts on strong inference; 1.5 Strong inference -- take-home messages; References; Chapter 2 Getting your grant proposals funded; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Why is grant writing important?; 2.3 Motivation for grant writing; 2.4 Where is the money? |
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2.5 Tips for successful proposals for any funding agency2.5.1 Step 1: Create your grant's notebook; 2.5.2 Step 2: Getting you and your science ready for review; 2.5.3 Step 3: Look at the scientific mandates of the work you propose; 2.5.4 Step 4: Making a grant proposal; 2.5.5 Step 5: An application emerges ... ; 2.5.6 Step 6: Get that grant out!; 2.5.7 Step 7: REST, don't quit, REST, don't quit!; 2.6 Tips for getting funding; 2.7 Assess your grant application |
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2.8 Research advance: At Pitt, scientists decode the secret of getting grants -- marketing helps university win 350 million a year from the NIH2.9 Characteristics of a successful grantsperson; References; Chapter 3 Writing grant proposals; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 The basics; 3.2.1 Specific Aims and hypotheses; 3.2.2 Hypothesis examples; 3.3 Writing grant proposals for the NIH; 3.3.1 NIH basics; 3.3.2 Why has NIH been so successful?; 3.3.3 NIH type of awards; 3.3.3.1 The R01 award; 3.3.3.2 The R15 award; 3.3.3.3 The R03 award; 3.3.3.4 The R21 award; 3.3.3.5 The Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA |
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3.3.3.6 The Career Development Awards (Ks)3.3.4 The K25 grant -- an example; 3.3.4.1 Section 1. Introduction to revised application; 3.3.4.2 Section 2. The candidate; 3.3.4.3 Section 3. The research plan/strategy; 3.3.5 Understanding the NIH grant application submission process; 3.3.5.1 Additional hints for a successful submission process; 3.3.6 Understanding the NIH grant application review process; 3.3.6.1 The cover letter; 3.3.6.2 The Study Section; 3.3.6.3 The meeting of the Study Section -- what happens behind closed doors; 3.3.7 Main review criteria |
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3.3.8 Exercise: A mini proposal review for the NIH grant titled "The Six Million Dollar Corpse," originally devised by Dr. Thomas Buchanan from the University of Delaware and respectfully revised by Dr. Nick Stergiou from the University of Nebraska at Omaha3.4 Top Ten common reviewer concerns; 3.5 A ten-step plan for losers -- originally devised by Dr. Thomas Buchanan from the University of Delaware and respectfully revised by Dr. Nick Stergiou from the University of Nebraska at Omaha; References; Chapter 4 Writing manuscripts; 4.1 Introduction; 4.2 The scientific manuscript; 4.2.1 Title |
| Summary |
This book is intended to help young and novice scientists by providing them with advice on how to overcome adversities. This advice comes in the form of numerous examples from the author's career but also from the careers of many other scientists. It follows the thinking process of Ramon Y Cajal and his famous book, "Advice for a Young Investigator." It covers a variety of topics and areas that are fundamental in becoming a successful scientist. It presents chapters on all essential areas of the scientific life that appeal to a wide range of audiences, from the senior undergraduate student to the university administrator to the chief scientist in the industry. Some figures in the eBook are in color. Features Contains practical advice and many hints on a variety of topics; from how to write a grant to how to effectively manage your time Displays many examples of success and failure from other scientists that can teach valuable lessons Provides many personal stories and anecdotes in a form of sincere confessions Includes PowerPoint Presentation slides for each chapter for any academicians that want to develop such a class in their institutions |
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4.2.2 Abstract |
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Science -- Vocational guidance.
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MEDICAL -- Biotechnology.
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TECHNOLOGY -- Engineering -- General.
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TECHNOLOGY -- Engineering -- Industrial.
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Science -- Vocational guidance
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Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781351859837 |
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1351859838 |
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