Instructions for Completing the URC Online Application

The URC accepts proposals through Emory's InfoReady grant application system only.

Research Documents and Application FORMS

NOTE: Proposals should include the following sections: 

1. Online Submission Form. Information entered directly into Emory's InfoReady URC portal.
2. Abstract (250-word limit). Brief Lay Person’s Abstract accessible to a lay public.
3. Resubmission cover statement.(1-page limit) If resubmitting an unawarded proposal from a prior year, include a detailed justification addressing all modifications. 
4. Research Plan.(6-page limit) Detailed instructions and guidelines can be found in the Request for Proposals (RFP).
5. References/Bibliography/Works Cited. Required but not included within the six (6) page limit.
6. Budget Request. Applicants must use the provided Excel template and provide a separate itemized budget justification.
7. Current and Pending Support. Applicants must provide abstracts of their currently funded and pending grants. Clearly indicate any scientific or academic overlap with the submitted URC proposal. NIH, NSF, SciENcv, or the provided URC template are all acceptable formats.
8. Biosketch(es)/CV. All PIs, co-investigators, and co-applicants must provide a biosketch or CV. SciENcv format is acceptable; however, a two-page limit applies for all other formats. 
9. Course Release Approval (required, if requested). If requesting approval and funding for a course release, the proposal must include official approval from your school’s Dean for the requested course release(s). The format for documenting Dean’s approval is left to each of the participating schools. See RFP for additional details.
10. Letter of Commitment / Invitation (optional and if applicable). Proposers may include an optional letter of commitment or invitation from partnering institutions such as universities, research centers, archives, libraries, laboratories and/or government agencies.
11. Applicant Acknowledgement: The applicant must acknowledge all terms and conditions of the URC award as set forth in the Policies and Guidelines of the URC and that their respective Department Head(s) / Chair(s) have been informed of the intent to submit to the URC program. This acknowledgement is located within the application.   

When the portal opens, please select the proper category for which you wish to submit your application.  Links to each application portal is listed on the Emory's InfoReady URCportal.