This handbook, published by the Eastern Michigan University Office of Research Development (EMU/ORD), can be your flight plan for a satisfying and stimulating journey into the world of sponsored research.
It is intended to help project directors (also known as principal investigators) develop ideas into research proposals for submission to external funding agencies for support; make suggestions for managing grants; and provide information about related University policies and procedures.
The handbook contains several sections. The first part gives a brief overview of the entire process. Later sections amplify each aspect of the process with explanatory information. Appendices include checklists, a flow chart, and more details.
How does ORD fit into the business of developing proposals for outside funding? Simply stated, it is the mission of ORD to assist faculty and staff at every step of the process, from identifying sources and writing the proposal and preparing the budget through watching over the project director's and the University's best interests all the way to the successful conclusion of the project.
Implementing sponsored research is an exciting, collaborative process. It is a special way for different areas of the University and outside interests to team up to advance the public good.
