Fall Semester 2026

Introduction to Dimensions for Researchers

Aug. 20, noon-1 p.m. (via Zoom)

Dimensions is a scholarly activity database available to the Mizzou community. It includes publications, funded grants, patents and other data. We will showcase how researchers can use this powerful tool to find collaborators, track funded activity, identify trends and more.

Faculty, staff and students are all invited.

Status: Registration is open.

Registration is required. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email from Zoom containing information about joining the meeting.
 

This six-week hybrid program helps faculty at all stages reframe their research, identify new funding streams and adapt to shifting federal priorities. Participants explore federal, foundation and industry funders; create funder-aligned concept papers; receive personalized coaching; and develop a tailored funding strategy. Includes expert-led sessions, peer review and follow-up writing support. All participants will receive an individualized research landscape report. 

Status: Registration is closed. 

Fall 2025 program dates:

• Oct. 1 at 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (in-person), Visioning and Reframing
• Oct. 9 at 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (virtual), Federal Landscape
• Oct. 15 at 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (virtual), Foundation Funding
• Oct. 28 at 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (virtual), Industry Funding
• Nov. 4 at 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. (in-person), Opportunity Mapping
• Nov. 10 at 9 a.m. - noon (in-person), Writing Concept Papers

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The Division of Research hosts writing retreats throughout the year to provide a quiet place for researchers to read, write and think in community with other scholars. The Professional Development team is available during retreats for individual researcher consultations and in-the-moment writing feedback and support. 

Spring 2026:

• Feb. 12 at 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Bond Life Sciences Center, Room 171
• March 16 at 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m., Bond Life Sciences Center, Room 171
• April 24 at 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Conley House
• May 19 at 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Bond Life Sciences Center, Room 171
• June 8 at 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Bond Life Sciences Center, Room 171

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Early Career Researcher Workshop Series

This workshop series features topics relevant to early career researchers throughout the year. Topics include developing your research agenda, communicating your research, introduction to grant writing and managing research teams. Each session is interactive, and participants can expect to leave with clear and actionable next steps.

2026 Spring Semester 

Communicating Your Research
Feb. 20, 9 a.m.-noon (Bond Life Sciences Center, Room 171)

During this session, Division of Research professional development and communication teams will lead investigators in developing a marketing plan for sharing their research with a variety of audiences. Facilitators will share resources and best practices for:

• Creating a personal brand.
• Communicating research to campus and the public.

Participants also will hear from a panel of researchers who have been successful in marketing their research in unique and interesting ways.  

Status: Registration is closed.

The PI Leadership Program is intended to help principal investigators learn best practices and avoid common pitfalls in project management, meeting grant deliverables and team effectiveness.
 

Spring 2026 program (virtual)

• April 6 at noon-1:30 p.m. (Zoom), Welcome and PI Responsibilities
• April 7 at noon-1:30 p.m. (Zoom), Project Planning and Administration
• April 8 at noon-1:30 p.m. (Zoom), Building Successful Teams
• April 9 at noon-1:30 p.m. (Zoom), Partnerships, Engagement and Dissemination
• April 10 at noon-1:30 p.m. (Zoom), Resources and Support

Status: Registration is closed.
 

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