🚨AFRI FAS deadline extended due to shutdown. @ucdavis.bsky.social, if you're thinking of applying, reach out to us so that we can help. @ucdavisare.bsky.social @ucdavisengineering.bsky.social @ucdlands.bsky.social @ucdavisvetmed.bsky.social #academicsky www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/progr...

One of the primary questions reviewers ask when reading a proposal is "Can the work be done?" In this post, @stephenbheard.bsky.social discusses eight key areas to address the feasibility question in your next proposal. scientistseessquirrel.wordpress.com/2022/03/29/e... #academicsky #grantwriting

With an NSF grant, UC Davis mathematician Sameer Iyer is refining Navier-Stokes equations and studying turbulence and boundary layers. His work has applications in multiple disciplines and includes initiatives to make these fields more accessible to students. Read more:

Drought takes a toll on rice crops, but now farmers have help deciding what to plant. #UCDavis & partners developed a tool that calculates the cost of transitioning to less thirsty crops like dry beans, sunflower or tomato. #UCDavisDelivers…economic stability #UCDD caes.ucdavis.edu/news/new-too...

The PDS team is getting ready for NIH's shift to the Common Form. To help @ucdavis.bsky.social faculty and administrative staff navigate the change, we are going to start holding office hours sessions. The first two have just been posted. More info here: proposaldev.ucdavis.edu/events #academicsky

"There’s a particular energy in beginnings... But finishing...is a different art form altogether." Read on for how finishing requires a mental shift in: 1️⃣ Definition – What does done mean? 2️⃣ Containment – Boundaries for what's left. 3️⃣ Momentum – Sustained focus. tinyurl.com/3db99jak #academicsky

On this #tiptuesday, we are sharing a tip on the Heilmeier Catechism! If you're not sure what it is or what it has to do with grant writing, be sure to read on! proposaldev.ucdavis.edu/news/grant-w... #academicsky #grantwriting

Former head of NSF bio, provides invaluable insight into what reviewers are really looking for (and what they're not), how storyboarding helps develop a clear and cohesive proposal, key questions reviewers seek to answer, and what drives funding decisions. substack.com/home/post/p-... #academicsky

Every year, TIME magazine highlights inventions that change how we live, work, play and think about what's possible. 13 of them have UC ties. www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/uc-facu...

How can storytelling be used for #grantwriting? This video by @sarahdobson.co discusses how storytelling helps address the three components reviewers will be looking for: 1️⃣ Importance of the research 2️⃣ Fit of the team 3️⃣ Feasibility of the project www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNEW... #academicsky

Congratulations @uofcalifornia.bsky.social 🎉 #StandUpForUC #SpeakUp4Science www.universityofcalifornia.edu/get-involved...

@ucdavis.bsky.social - if you're preparing an NSF proposal, the @arisimpacts.bsky.social resources are invaluable. Visit their site for updated tools for creating a BI plan that fits with your goals and aligns with NSF priorities. aris.marine.rutgers.edu/index.php #academicsky #broaderimpacts

Federal research funding is crucial. More funding means faster treatments, cleaner air and water, and safer communities. But when funding freezes, progress stalls and costs soar. Learn more: https://www.ucdavis.edu/research/labs-to-lives #FromLabsToLives | #SpeakUp4Science

Lychee had feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) which is a deadly disease caused by feline coronavirus. Thanks to federally funded research, @ucdavisvetmed.bsky.social is working on a cure and Lychee was successfully treated. Read more: ucdav.is/FromLabs2Lives #FromLabsToLives

Thanks to $5M FDA grant, UC Davis launched Intentional Genomic Alteration Innovation Center – advancing safe & effective use of gene editing in livestock. When we invest in science, we invest in healthier animals, stronger farms & sustainable food system. #UCDavis #FromLabstoLives #SpeakUp4Science

Federal funding fuels discoveries that flow #FromLabsToLives. @ucdavis.bsky.social researchers are reviving kelp & white abalone, tracing pollution’s legacy, and showing how seagrasses safeguard coasts: marinescience.ucdavis.edu/ripple-effec... 📸: Jessica Lee, @karolcha.bsky.social, Whitehead Lab

In Focus: What’s at Stake with Federal Research Funding Cuts www.ucdavis.edu/curiosity/ne...

Has UC Davis research changed your life? Whether it’s improved your health, helped a loved one or made your community better—we want to hear your story. Join others in celebrating the real world impact of UC Davis research. Visit ucdav.is/3WDic59 to share your story. #FromLabsToLives

UC Davis researchers have learned how breast milk nurtures the good bacteria that help babies thrive from the very beginning. This scientific discovery is key to protecting infant health, especially for the most vulnerable. #FromLabsToLives #SpeakUp4Science https://bit.ly/4n440Nm

Congratulations @ucdavisvetmed.bsky.social and @ucdavishealth.bsky.social 🎉

"Without federal funding, we're going to fail the people of California.” Dr. Fred Meyers explains how federal funding is used to train the next generation of scientists and doctors, and the gaps that will be created if that funding is lost: www.ucdavis.edu/research/lab... #FromLabsToLives

#UCDavis scientists are developing new varieties of zinnias to help grow the nation’s $72-billion organic marketplace. Flowers connect us to nature, reduce stress and feed our souls! #FromLabsToLives | #SpeakUp4Science

Video: From Labs to Lives: Real Research. Real People. Real Impact. youtu.be/Bvl5okSBc9M?...

UC Davis Labs to Lives Campaign Highlights Value of Federally Funded Research www.ucdavis.edu/news/uc-davi...

Federal funding matters. From cooling the digital world, to cleaner air indoors, to smarter energy choices at home, UC Davis Energy & Efficiency Institute research moves #FromLabsToLives. #SpeakUp4Science

UC Davis research improves lives locally, nationally and globally. Federally funded research is crucial for transforming breakthroughs into real-world solutions. When funding freezes, progress stalls and costs soar. Learn about UC Davis research: buff.ly/TD1TG2g #FromLabsToLives | #SpeakUp4Science

Feline infectious peritonitis, caused by a coronavirus, is nearly 100% fatal for cats. Through a federally funded trial, #UCDavisVetMed identified a treatment that could one day also help humans suffering from long COVID. www.ucdavis.edu/research/labs-to-lives #FromLabsToLives #SpeakUp4Science

@ucdavis.bsky.social research improves the lives of Americans every day. Read how it can help CA almond growers to adopt sustainable & cost-effective farming practices. bit.ly/4n2xQSn Learn more about the importance of federal research funding. lnkd.in/gG5GWmKu #FromLabsToLives #SpeakUp4Science

Real research. Real people. Real impact. Federal funding turns our engineering research into real-world solutions that improve the lives of all people and the planet. Learn more about @ucdavis.bsky.social engineering research by visiting: ow.ly/4E6550Xbt8W #FromLabsToLives

Federal research funding turns lab work into real help. More funding means faster treatments, cleaner air and water, safer families and stronger businesses. When funding freezes, progress slows and costs rise. Learn about how UC Davis research improve lives by visiting ucdav.is/FLTL.

In the face of federal funding cuts, UC Davis has initiated a small crowdfunding campaign to support our critical scientific research operations. Please donate here, and please share amongst your communities: www.givecampus.com/schools/Univ...

UC Davis research improves the lives of Americans and ensures the world we live in is healthy, safe, prosperous and secure for all. FromLabsToLives | #SpeakUp4Science Learn more about UC Davis research: https://www.ucdavis.edu/research/labs-to-lives https://youtu.be/Bvl5okSBc9M?si=Mn2denEGrxkK4FDt

Federal research funding is crucial for transforming lab breakthroughs into real-world solutions. @ucdavis.bsky.social research improves American lives every day. Learn more about UC Davis research by visiting: www.ucdavis.edu/research/lab... #FromLabsToLives | #SpeakUp4Science | #academicsky

For this week's #tiptuesday, we are sharing a post on improving how you communicate about your research. If you're looking to improve your science (research) communication skills, be sure to see the full article below! proposaldev.ucdavis.edu/news/grant-w... #scicomm #academicsky

As @ucdavis.bsky.social gears up to promote the research being done on campus on October 15th, here are some ideas by the @ucdavisresearch.bsky.social for promoting your work beyond the university. research.ucdavis.edu/research-sup... #academicsky #fromlabstolives

A carefully crafted visual may help boost your chances of funding success by: ▸Simplifying complex information ▸Conveying key messages compellingly ▸Enhancing understanding and retention ▸Expanding reach of your research ▸Being highly versatile researcher.life/blog/article... #academicsky

Demonstrating fit of a proposal requires aligning content across sections and connecting them directly to the agency and program goals. This post provides excellent advice for how to align your proposal for a particular funding opportunity. beyondauthority.blog/2025/05/15/a... #academicsky

Research at @ucdavis.bsky.social not only yields discoveries that improve lives, it drives economic growth & fuels our nation’s global leadership in technology & innovation Learn how funding is improving lives, our economy & our future in our annual Research Impact Report -- bit.ly/4h0UtVY

#UCDavis is looking for ways to keep you cool. Researchers are studying how vines like Virginia creeper can serve as fast-growing alternatives to trees to help cool & shade cities while cutting energy use. #UCDavisDelivers...answers to pressing questions #UCDD caes.ucdavis.edu/news/could-v...

Here, @insidehighered.com discusses what all writing teams should discuss before getting started: ✦Shouldn’t We Just Use AI for This Kind of Writing? ✦Set the Relational Vibe ✦Articulate the Project Purpose and Genre ✦Align Your Approach ✦Talk Through Logistics tinyurl.com/44xzype7 #academicsky

🚨@ucdavis.bsky.social🚨 On Oct. 15, the campus is asking all websites and social media accounts across the university speak with one voice to showcase the impact of federally funded research (www.ucdavis.edu/research/lab...). www.ucdavis.edu/news/how-joi...

Does your grocery list have these items on it? 🍊 Cuties 🍓 Strawberries 🥑 Avocado 🥜 Almonds/Pistachios 🍅 Ketchup 🍷 Wine It might surprise you to learn that many of the foods you eat every day were developed by the University of California. https://bit.ly/4g3QEin

"Good editing is about structure, flow and signposts. It concerns your audience and how they will receive it. It is not about you." - Melanie Smith See the full post for how to shift your views and approach to editing your academic writing. academiccoach.info/blog/how-to-... #academicsky

In the past year, UC Davis received $961M in research funds - and also filed 187 new inventions, secured 70 patents and generated $2 billion in economic activity in California 2025researchimpact.ucdavis.edu

UC Davis Receives $961 Million in Annual Research Funding, Fueling Innovation, Insight and the Economy www.ucdavis.edu/news/uc-davi...

⚠️Managing federally funded research in a potential government shutdown @ucdavis.bsky.social @ucdlands.bsky.social @ucdavisengineering.bsky.social @ucdavisare.bsky.social @ucdavismedschool.bsky.social @ucdavisvetmed.bsky.social @ucdavisresearch.bsky.social #academicsky tinyurl.com/ucdavispropo...

Great writing that which "feels easy to read." If you want to improve the flow of your writing, this post will help you 1) identify what's wrong, 2) fix the big picture, and 3) fix the smaller stuff so that your work is a joy to read. #academicsky #grantwriting richardberks.co.uk/blog/make-yo...

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@ucdavis.bsky.social NSF GRFP is now posted! #academicsky www.nsf.gov/funding/oppo...