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How to Get Started; Developing a Research Proposal Budget 101

As you are beginning the process of developing a research proposal, this is a great place to start. This session will walk you through how to approach your budget development. It is a joint presentation from OSP and ORD and is divided into two main sections. The first section will show you how to use the template available for budget development and give guidance on areas that are often heavily scrutinized. The second section is an optional appendix with more detail on how to justify your budget by category. You will also be introduced to many resources to help you work through the budget process. This session is a good precursor to additional modules which are agency-specific. 
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NSF: Preparing Budgets for National Science Foundation Proposals

After taking the "Developing a Research Proposal Budget 101" course, this course will help you to develop proposals specific to the NSF, using their forms, with tips specific to the NSF. 
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NIH: Preparing Budgets for National Institutes of Health Proposals

After taking the "Developing a Research Proposal Budget 101" course, this course will help you to develop proposals specific to NIH, using their forms, with tips specific to NIH. 

Advanced Training for Research Investigators, Project Directors, Project Staff & Students

For training onCost Share, theElectronic Proposal Clearance Form, Time and Effort, Travel and many more topics, contact OSP to schedule.

Responsible Conduct of Research

Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) is defined as the practice of scientific investigation with integrity and involves the awareness and application of established norms and ethical principles in the performance of all activities related to scientific research. Montana State University expects that all research be conducted to the highest ethical standards by faculty, students, and staff.

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