The Office of Research Development curates a list of upcoming webinars, workshops, and training opportunities led by external entities and sponsoring agencies. These opportunities cover topics in grant writing, professional development, updates to sponsor guidelines, information regarding specific funding mechanisms, and more.
The list below is not exhaustive. If you have recommendations for opportunities that may be of interest to the UMass Lowell (UML) research community, please email: RD@uml.edu.
Also, access additional resources from consultants.
Upcoming Opportunities
March 27, 2025 - 12:00 PM EST - Grants Webinar: Artificial Intelligence Policies Among Federal Grantmakers
Led by Hanover Research.
Description: The utilization of artificial intelligence in grant proposals has created a shake up in the federal grantseeking landscape. Many federal funders have issued policies to encourage the appropriate use of AI, or limit its usage in federal proposals. This session will cover those major federal policies, enabling faculty to ensure compliance with new guidance on the use of AI.
April 24, 2025 - 12:00 PM EST - Grants Webinar: Facilitating Stakeholder Engagement in Grant Development
Led by Hanover Research.
Description: For many large-scale grants, funders are aiming to foster cross-sector and community engagement to maximize the impact of their awards and solve complex challenges. This webinar will review key considerations and best practices for engaging partners and stakeholders in the grant development process to ensure that impact is realized.
Sponsor-Specific Opportunities
- National Science Foundation Events - search for events, webinars, and office hours with program officers related to a specific solicitation.
- National Institutes of Health (NIH) Calendar - the calendar lists no-fee, NIH Institute-sponsored or related events including seminars and workshops.
- National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Workshops, Resources, and Tools - search events and supports available for NEH grant applicants, including recordings of past virtual grant workshops.
ResourcesResources from Consultants and Institutions
AtKisson Training Group
- Brown Bag Video Library
- AtKisson Training Group Blog
- Subscribe to the AtKisson Training Group mailing list
Bouvier Grant Group
National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD)
- UMass Lowell is an institutional member of the NCFDD, which provides all of UML’s faculty members, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students free access to a number of the NCFDD’s programs and resources. To activate your membership, click "Become a Member" on the NCFDD website, and search for "University of Massachusetts Lowell" as the institution.