NIH Grant Proposal Checklist
First-time applicants for NIH grant programs are sometimes deterred from applying because the application process seems tedious and confusing. Sponsored Programs (SP) created an easy-to-follow checklist that guides ATSU researchers through the NIH application process, including internal processes. This simple tool is intended to remove the guesswork around the NIH application process, so your research team can focus on developing a compelling application. Regardless of which step in the process your team is currently at, the SP Pre-Award team is ready to assist you with identifying and applying for external funding opportunities.
To find this checklist on the Sponsored Programs Portal, click on the Pre-Award banner at the top of the portal site and locate the Types of Grants drop down menu. The checklist is under Research (Basic Science and Clinical). Feel free to reach out to preaward@atsu.edu with any questions!
ATSU Internal Grants Announcement
ATSU is excited to announce the opening of the annual internal grants competition for 2025, with updated guidelines, funding amounts, application forms, FAQs, and scoring rubrics—all available on the Sponsored Programs website under the ATSU Internal Grants tab.
As indicated in the application forms, the submission deadline is April 1.
The following Grant funds are open for competition:
The Application Requirements have been modified this year, so please be sure to use the updated guidelines and forms for proposal development.
The ATSU Internal Approval Form (IAF) will not be required at the time of application. If funded, the internal grant team will assist the principal investigator/project director in processing the IAF form.
All applications must be submitted in Word or PDF format and emailed to internalgrants@atsu.edu by 11:59 pm local time on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered for funding.
If you need assistance or have questions about the grant application process, please refer to the FAQ document (attached below) or email internalgrants@atsu.edu.
Best wishes to all applicants!
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ATSU Faculty Spotlight
We reached out to faculty who have recently submitted external grants to see how these grants advanced their research, program, and/or career goals.
Dr. Renu Agnihotri, MD
"As a medical educator with research interest in hyperbaric medicine, I am excited to announce a new area of exploration focused on the use of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in pre-clinical medical education. My current research studies in AI include an AACOM Research grant application for Assessment and Tracking of Predictive and Generative AI Awareness, Attitudes and Utilization for Medical Education and an awarded ATSU internal grant, Integrating Predictive and Generative AI into Basic Sciences Medical Education: A Pilot Study. These studies will bring together faculty and student researchers to provide foundational knowledge as we delve into the potential and adaptation of AI to enhance learning in the pre-clinical setting."
Dr. Sumitra Miriyala, PhD, MPH, MBA, FAHA
"My recent grant submissions to NIH, AAA, AHA, and IAMSE have been instrumental in advancing both my research and professional goals.
For NIH, securing funding would provide the critical resources needed to conduct in-depth mechanistic studies on chemotherapy-induced cardiotoxicity, generate robust preclinical data, and validate potential therapeutic strategies. This support enhances the translational impact of my work, fosters collaborations, and strengthens the competitiveness of future proposals.
For AAA, this grant has allowed me to explore the intersection of cancer therapy and cardiovascular health, particularly the role of lysolipid signaling in chemotherapy-induced heart complications. Beyond supporting vital experiments, it has provided opportunities to present findings at national conferences, collaborate with experts, and contribute to the broader scientific community.
For AHA, funding would enable me to investigate the molecular mechanisms linking early-life chemotherapy to long-term cardiovascular complications, guiding the development of cardioprotective therapies. AHA’s support would not only propel my research forward but also facilitate networking, mentorship, and collaborations with leading cardiovascular scientists, reinforcing my role in translational heart health research.
For IAMSE, as an educational grant, this funding is uniquely positioned to support advancements in medical education. It would enable me to integrate cutting-edge scientific discoveries into biomedical curricula, bridging the gap between foundational science and clinical application. This aligns with my long-term career goals by fostering educational leadership, expanding interdisciplinary collaboration, and improving the training of future healthcare professionals.
Together, these external grant submissions are essential for driving impactful research, strengthening the foundation for larger-scale funding, and ensuring meaningful contributions to both scientific discovery and medical education."
Dr. Abimbola Oladayo, BDS, MPH, MS, PhD
"My recent submission, titled Effective Training Plans to Educate Providers and Communities towards Disseminating Genetic Information and Reducing Stigmatization in Families with Clefts, represents a significant step forward in my research efforts to address oral health disparities, particularly in underserved communities. This collaborative effort, which responds to the NIH Dissemination and Implementation Research in Health funding opportunity, aims to develop and implement culturally tailored training programs addressing genetic awareness and literacy gaps in healthcare providers and community gatekeepers. The goal is to improve the dissemination of genetic information related to cleft conditions and reduce the stigma faced by affected families.
This grant submission advances my research by building on previous projects focused on examining the perspectives of key stakeholders in sub-Saharan African
This project has the potential to make a meaningful impact by improving provider training and community awareness about the genetic aspects of cleft conditions. This will ultimately lead to better support for affected families. I am excited about the opportunity to continue this important work and contribute to the advancement of oral health equity."