Grants FAQ
What are the advantages to submitting my grant proposal through MPRC ?
MPRC staff know population research . . .
If MPRC assists in preparing and submitting my proposal, does that mean that my project, if awarded, will be administered by MPRC?
It depends . . .
What are the advantages of having my funded research project administered by MPRC?
You focus on the research, we deal with the administrative hoopla...
If MPRC administers my research project, will my department no longer receive research credit or departmental DRIF?
75% - 90% project credit assigned to PI's home department.
How much of a lead time is needed if I plan to submit my proposal through MPRC?
Submission need to be routed through the Office of Research Administration and Advancement (ORAA) which requires time. Well enforced deadlines also aid the researcher...
Do I need to have Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval when I submit a proposal that plans to use human subject data?
IRB application can be submitted post proposal submission. MPRC also helps with IRB application preparation.
How do Principal Investigators register on the NIH eRA Commons website?
It can be done easily via University of Maryland (ORAA).
What are the Deadlines for Proposal Applications at NIH?
This depends on application type (RO1, RO3, R21) and specifics (new, renewal, resubmission, revision).
Why does a proposal need to be routed (signed off and sent to ORAA for review) two weeks prior to the sponsor's deadline?
Beat the system, avoid last minute stress.
Is Specific Formatting of documents required for proposal submissions through grants.gov ?
Prepare your work in separate word documents using given formatting guidelines. We will compile the final proposal and inform you of missing sections.
Are there special page limitations for different sections of the proposal RESEARCH PLAN?
Yes, the guidelines specify page limitations by section...
Completing the Proposal Forms
MPRC can prepare all the required forms for submitting your proposal. Much of this information is university-specific and the PPI need not be bothered with these items. Some questions, however, must be answered by the PI.
MPRC Adminstrative Oversight for Research Grants
MPRC now has a policy for sharing Credit and DRIF on research projects when MPRC prepares the proposal and/or administers the grant when awarded.