FACULTY SUPPORT

Faculty can access professional grant writing support through Purdue’s Office of Research. These services strengthen the clarity, competitiveness and impact of cancer-focused funding proposals.

PICR has implemented an institute-wide program to offer financial support for faculty members to receive pre-reviews of their grant proposals by outside expert(s), as well as to participate in intensive grant writing programs with full financial support from PICR. One option is the Grant Writers’ Workshop & Seminars for faculty who are already engaged with the Office of Research, to provide a free one-day workshop. After participating in the workshop, PICR provides financial support (approximately $4,400 per faculty member) for participation in the program.

Grantsmanship workshops offered by the Office of Research throughout the year help faculty strengthen their research proposals. These sessions are especially valuable for those new to the research process at Purdue.

Visit the NIH

The Purdue Institute for Cancer Research provides select faculty with up to $1,000 in funding to participate in a coordinated visit to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), generally covering all travel expenses. Participants receive preparation support from Purdue’s Coordinator of NIH Research Development, including help identifying relevant program officers and developing a concept summary for potential projects or grant applications. During the visit, faculty meet with their designated program officers when possible, attend an NIH council meeting, and gain valuable insight into funding priorities and review processes. This unique opportunity fosters relationships, strengthens future grant proposals, and encourages collaborations across Purdue and beyond.