Spring 2017 NSF Grants Conference

The National Science Foundation (NSF) Grants Conference hosted by Kentucky EPSCoR was held in Louisville, KY (June 5-6, 2017). The two-day conference provided many essentials for succeeding in applying for NSF grants. The key message is to ask often and ask early. The program officers at the conference really encouraged faculty to communicate with them often and early. As a junior faculty, don’t be shy to ask to serve on review panels. This can help you know the process of grant review at NSF and also help you shape your future proposal better. If funding allows, plan a trip to DC or conference to meet with program officer in person. Remember always be prepared with one-page summary of your research project or concept paper.