Suggested Steps for a Successful Proposal 

The following steps are suggested for preparing and completing a successful proposal.  The ORDRCC can provide assistance in numerous aspects of this process.

1. Develop a project idea based on gaps in existing research studies
   • Design a clinical study
   • Consult with ACI Core Facility directors on feasibility of research design and how to best use the available resources
   • Identify and select research collaborators and mentors
   • Select study cohort
2. Prepare and submit pilot project application
   • Identify funding sources (pilot project funding, NIH grants, research fellowships, etc)
     • The ORDRCC offers Pilot Project Funding.  Click here for more information about this funding mechanism
   • Work with a clinical research coordinator to develop IRB applications and informed consent forms
   • Prepare grant according to guidelines found at funding sites
3. Conduct clinical research study
   • Manage research budget
   • Recruit study participants
   • Gather necessary de-identified demographic, clinical, and experimental data
   • Write and submit project progress reports every quarter or every six months during the funding period
4. Completion of the study
   • Prepare and submit study closeout report following NIH guidelines
   • Publish study results
     • Correctly acknowledge grant support
     • Follow and comply with NIH public access policy

Please contact Mary Flynn (mary-flynn@omrf.org) for ORDRCC assistance with any step.