Research and innovation projects are often based on an idea and problem, a current call for funding or the desire to carry out a project together with others. The steps to a successful application include the following:

  • The framework for a successful project application is derived from the description of the funding programme and the documents for a specific call by analysing the details.
  • From the initial idea, concrete goals, hypotheses or fundamental questions must be formulated.
  • An initial planning of the work steps gives an idea of the work packages. With descriptive titles, they represent a synopsis of the work plan and provide essential structural elements for the formulation of the proposal.
  • It is important to focus on the innovative aspects, because these are exactly the ones that justify third-party funding.
  • Research and innovation projects are relevant if they have an impact after the end of the project. This depends on project partners, the scientific community, future customers and other stakeholders who will not be directly involved in the project. They also determine which dissemination and exploitation activities are included in the project's work plan.
  • Detailed planning of results and work steps creates an understanding of what exactly is needed to achieve the objectives and what risks need to be considered along the way. This results in realistic effort and time planning.
  • A detailed cost planning not only shows the costs of the project, but also provides the justification for the amount of funding applied for.
  • When formulating the application, it is important to formulate results specifically and measurably, to formulate their attractiveness for the client, project partners and stakeholders clearly and convincingly, and to show that the results can be achieved within the planned time and use of the budgeted resources.

Independent and focused

With many years of experience in various funding programmes of the DFG, German foundations, the BMBF and the EU, I work with methods that support effective and efficient proposal submission. These methods are independent of specific funding programmes and allow you to adapt your idea to the respective funding programme. In my training course „Grant Proposal Writing – How to desigin and communicate your project convincingly“ you will develop concrete building blocks for your own funding application and learn how to apply the methods in practice. I would also be happy to accompany you individually as a coach and consultant in your application, in the development of your project idea, the formulation of your application or even as a sparring partner on the basis of an already formulated funding application.

By this

  • you achieve a higher quality in the application process.
  • you get clarity regarding the details and impact of your research and innovation project and.
  • communicate your project in a targeted manner so that a reviewer can understand the scientific innovation.

How this can look like in your case, I will gladly explain to you after a free personal initial consultation. Please call me or contact me right here to arrange an appointment.

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