I landed an NIH Training Program. Now how do I educate the trainees?
August 1, 2026
Congratulations! You just landed an NIH Training Program award (e.g., T32, COBRE, FIRST, CTSA). Now the hard work begins… PIs
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We publish helpful tips, useful reminders, and insights on recent news that will improve your NIH grantwriting skills.
What should Early Stage Investigators know about the NIH Katz R01?
July 30, 2026
The NIH Katz has become one of the more talked-about funding mechanisms among Early Stage Investigators. Here we lay out
Spotlight on the NIH Director’s New Innovator Award – DP2
July 29, 2026
The NIH Director’s New Innovator Award (activity code DP2) supports Early Stage Investigators (ESIs) who are pursuing highly innovative research
Why is it important to factor in your ESI expiration when considering an NIH mentored K submission?
July 28, 2026
Why should you consider your ESI status expiration when deciding between an NIH Career Development Award (K series) and an
Do you need a publication with your primary mentor to be competitive on a K application?
July 24, 2026
I’m often asked whether applicants to the NIH Career Development Award (K Series) need to have publications with their primary
K Award FAQ: Publications, Preprints, Co-Investigators, and Other Questions We Hear Every Time
July 21, 2026
K award questions come up at every live session we run, and many of the same ones appear again and
