Quals to Proposal Mini Course
- Graduate Students
How do you turn a research idea into a strong proposal? This interactive 2-day workshop will introduce second-year graduate students to the fundamentals of grant writing through short lectures, hands-on exercises, and peer feedback. We will demystify the funding process, explore how Quals proposals can serve as a foundation for fellowships such as the NIH F31, and identify resources to support continued grant-writing development.
Dates:
Friday, October 30, 2026
Friday, November 6, 2026
What you can expect:
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Learn how to frame a research question and build a compelling scientific story
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Develop the beginnings of a Specific Aims page
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Practice giving and receiving constructive peer feedback
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Explore F31 fellowships and other funding opportunities
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Build a network of mentors, peers, and resources
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Develop a concrete next-step plan for their proposal and funding goals
Your Instructor:
Dr. Jordan Taylor Moore, a 2023 graduate of The Ohio State University’s Biomedical Engineering PhD Program, completed his graduate studies under the guidance of Dr. Daniel Gallego Perez. Currently a postdoc at Stanford University, he is co-mentored by Drs. Sarah Heilshorn and Marion Buckwalter. His postdoctoral training focuses on developing injectable drug depots for blood-brain-barrier repair and immunomodulation following ischemic stroke. Jordan is a 2021 recipient of the NIH/NINDS DSPAN F99/K00 Award, a Stanford Propel Fellow, and was recently awarded the Burroughs Wellcome Fund PDEP award. In addition to his research, Jordan actively contributes to community wellness initiatives for underrepresented populations in STEM, through organizations such as the Stanford Black Postdoc Association and GLAM Inclusion Committee.