We offer sessions focused on specific topics related to research development. Topics might include finding funding, proposal development and broader impacts. Attendees also will be introduced to program officers at various national funding agencies and will be provided with strategies to approach and build the relationships that are vital to success.
Unless otherwise indicated, our webinars are open to all faculty, students and staff.
You can find previously recorded sessions on our recordings and resources page or check out team science where we customize and facilitate collaborative events for researchers to build new connections, identify new lines of inquiry and ideate around funding opportunities.
Contact us to request additional topics and resources.
Spring Semester 2026
NSF CAREER Panel
April 14, noon-1 p.m. (via Zoom)
Join us for a virtual panel of NSF CAREER recipients from Mizzou. They will share their winning projects and experiences with the NSF CAREER mechanism. This is a great opportunity for individuals planning to submit CAREER proposals this year or in the future.
Panelists include:
- Dan Bergstrahl (Biological Sciences)
- Kiruba Krishnaswamy (Chemical & Biomedical Engineering & Food, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences)
- Brandi MacDonald (Archaeology)
- Matthias Young (Chemical & Biomedical Engineering & Chemistry)
Status: Registration is open.
Foundation Funding 101
April 15, noon-1 p.m. (via Zoom)
Explore the basics of foundation funding with Donna Van Pelt, executive director of foundation relations in Mizzou Advancement. Participants will learn:
- Key differences between public and private funding.
- How to think strategically about foundation proposals.
- What resources the Foundation Relations office offers.
The session also will cover what to include in an effective two-page concept paper for potential funders.
Status: Registration is open.
Preparing Your Sponsored Projects for Promotion and Tenure
May 8, noon-1 p.m. (via Zoom)
Are you new to Mizzou? Is it almost time for your promotion and tenure process? Would you like to understand sponsored projects reporting in more detail? It's never too early to gain more information!
Hansa Magee, director of research analytics, and Brenda Cook, administrative consultant in the Office of the Provost, will offer tips for faculty interested in saving time and avoiding headaches when reporting their grant activity for promotion and tenure.
They will cover:
- Timeline and submission materials.
- Sponsored projects terminology.
- Common issues and solutions.
- Self-service reporting
- Q&A (feel free to send questions ahead of time to hansa.magee@missouri.edu)
This session will be recorded and posted on the Professional Development recordings and resources webpage.
Status: Registration is open
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