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Grant Development and Administration
- 02/20/2008 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Show Me the Money! Funding Opportunities on the Web
If you have ideas for research and need to know where to begin your search for funding, or if you currently have grants and would like to seek supplemental funding for your project, this interactive session is perfect for you! At this workshop, we will demonstrate how to utilize the Internet in your search for funding opportunities, including the online searchable database "Sponsored Programs Information Network" (SPIN). You will also learn how to successfully navigate several agency web sites and locate announcements, RFPs, and other information. This workshop will be held in the SDSU Research Foundation computer training room so participants can have hands-on experience!
- 02/27/2008 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Writing a Grant Proposal: Tricks of the Trade
This workshop will cover the different steps involved in writing a proposal for extramural funding. Topics include a description of funding sources, pre-proposal preparation, different sections of a proposal, budget items, "tricks of the trade," and writing techniques and strategies. Faculty and project staff who have not written a proposal will benefit from this workshop, as well as those faculty who need "refresher" information.
- 03/12/2008 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
PCard Fundamentals: Simplifying Your Purchasing Needs
The Procurement Card (PCard) offered by SDSU Research Foundation is a unique way to handle all of your purchasing needs. Many types of purchases may be made by using the PCard, and it is the perfect way to pay for these goods and services. At this informative workshop, you will learn how the PCard works, the numerous benefits of using it, how to make purchases, and how to get started. If you are looking for an effective and efficient way to take care of your financial activity, come to this workshop to learn how.
- 03/25/2008 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Budget Basics: Laying the Groundwork for a Successful Proposal
Part of writing a grant proposal is understanding the costs of your research in order to lay a foundation for success. Where do you begin when creating your research budget? For example, do you plan on hiring students, using various supplies, renting space, or attending conferences? How will these costs affect your proposed budget? During this workshop, you will hear from successful SDSU Principal Investigators, who will share their experiences with grant writing, shedding light on how to write winning proposals with corresponding budgets. Also, experienced staff in the Development department of SDSURF will help answer questions and provide examples of how to work research costs into your proposal. The information presented will be useful for faculty and staff who are new to proposal preparation, as well as those faculty and staff who need a "refresher" on budget development. You may send your questions in advance to Greta Lagodmos or Joanne Cobble.
- 04/08/2008 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Basics of Intellectual Property
This workshop will answer questions about intellectual property, including patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. The presentation will cover terminology, types of licensing agreements, the reasons for protecting and commercializing intellectual property, and the financial benefits to faculty. Anyone wanting to know more about the patent process, rights in data, royalties, disclosure of inventions, the Bayh–Dole Act, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), confidentiality agreements, and other issues concerning intellectual property–including assistance that SDSU's Technology Transfer Office can provide–will benefit from this workshop.
- 04/09/2008 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Meet your Match: Overview of Cost Sharing Issues in Grant Proposals
Cost sharing (or "matching funds") in proposals has become a timely topic for those submitting proposals and receiving grants and contracts. There has been increasing pressure from funding agencies to require cost sharing in order to leverage the funds they provide to projects. What is cost sharing? What is the difference between mandatory and voluntary cost sharing? If cost sharing is proposed, how does this affect the project once it is awarded? What are allowable and unallowable cost sharing items? These are just some of the questions that will be answered. Faculty and project staff involved in submitting proposals, as well as Deans and Department Chairs responsible for approving cost-sharing, will find this information helpful.
- 04/16/2008 – 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Ins and Outs of Using Independent Contractors
How do you evaluate whether you are in need of an Independent Contractor or a regular employee? What are the factors you will need to consider in making this evaluation? At this workshop you will learn how to determine whether an individual should be paid as an employee or an Independent Contractor by looking at various Common Law Rules. You will be introduced to the forms and procedures used in processing Independent Contractor payments. If you would like to learn more about paying Independent Contractors, this is the workshop for you.
- 04/16/2008 – 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Understanding Foreign National Immigration Tax Issues
Does your project involve international collaborations? Are you contracting with a nonresident? At this seminar, you will learn more about the U.S. immigration system, general tax issues, residence status for IRS tax purposes, classifying and sourcing the income, and how to process payments. If you would like to learn more about the policies involved in collaborating with international guests, you will not want to miss this workshop.
- 04/23/2008 – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Export Controls – What you need to know!
With the federal government placing greater importance on national security issues, universities must be able to demonstrate that they can comply with export control laws and avoid the transfer of technology to foreign nationals. This means screening research, equipment, technology, students, and staff. This workshop will provide an introduction to export control regulations, outlines exemptions, and provides suggestions on how SDSU can comply. Anyone conducting research that might have military or military/commercial use would benefit from this information.
