Let me start with something I hope we can agree on: A proposal is not a box of chocolates. You should know exactly what you are going to get. In my last post, I argued, not for the first time, … Continue reading 3 tips for successful win themes
I am always delighted when I find good figures and tables in a proposal I review. Though sometimes, although the authors have clearly taken a lot of time to develop a figure, I am still puzzled what they are showing … Continue reading Don’t miss out on captions
If your field is getting crowded, perhaps it is time to look for a new field. For so many of us, competition is getting tougher because the field is getting smaller. Traditional sources of funding are cut back or are … Continue reading Surf’s Up
When writing proposals, you are less likely to win if you assume your proposal is about you. You are the one who is asking for funding and your record of accomplishments and expertise are going to determine whether you get … Continue reading It’s not about you
Rolf Danner 