Strategic Third Party Funding Acquisition - Module 4: The logic of a grant proposal - what goes where and how?

Even though there is no guaranteed success, the methods and instruments of writing proposals can be learnt. A prerequisite is an attractive project concept. If that is in place a solid project can be designed and a convincingly formulated application can be submitted.

Grant proposals are a critical tool for securing funding to support scientific research. Writing a successful grant proposal requires not only a compelling research idea but also clear communication, strategic planning, and an understanding of the funding agency’s priorities. Effective grant writing maximizes the chances of funding, enhances credibility, and strengthens a researcher’s professional profile.

The module will address the following questions /aims:

• Overview the entire process of application preparation and assessment of which work steps are pending in which phase.
• Formulating the application in compliance with the basic structure and formalities.
• Using methods to develop a realistic work program including time and budget planning.

Date: Wed, 07 October 2026, 09:00–13:00h
Location: online via Zoom
Target group:Postdocs from all research fields of the UA Ruhr Universities (max. 12 participants)
Trainer: Prof. Dr. Annette Kolb
Registration deadline: 23 September 2026
Contact for organizational Questions: event@rs.ruhr-uni-bochum.de

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