This third edition of the classic "how-to" guide incorporates recent changes in policies and procedures of the NIH, with particular emphasis on the role of the Internet in the research proposal process. Completely revised and updated, it reveals the secrets of success used by seasoned investigators, and directs the reader through the maze of NIH bureaucracies. In addition to providing a detailed overview of the entire review process, the book also includes hundreds of tips on how to enhance proposals, excerpts from real proposals, and extensive Internet references. This book is essential to all scientists involved in the grant writing process.

Considers the reviewer's perspective

Detailed presentation of the review process

All sections of the R01 proposal are reviewed

Hundreds of tips to enhance proposals

Includes the many recent changes in NIH policies

Includes many excerpts from real proposals

Provides extensive Internet references