Grant Services & Analysis

We support research teams throughout the proposal process to successfully obtain and maintain extramural funding.

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Updates Related to Federal Orders, Memos, and Agency Guidance

Research is a focus of one of the Michigan Medicine working groups interpreting changes generated by federal funding and regulatory agencies as a result of executive orders and other actions. The Medical School Office of Research is maintaining a SharePoint page (login required) as a repository of communications and documents related to the output of that working group.

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Frequently Used Links

Below are a list of quick links to our most-visited services. We look forward to working with you!
  • Grant Routing Deadlines
  • ORSP Escalation Process
  • Budgeting & Costs
  • R01 Boot Camp
  • Proposal Review Checklists
  • Proposal Development
  • Medical School Grant Proposal Sampler (Level-2 Access Required)
  • Requesting Letters of Support/Commitment
  • Disclosure of Other Support – Resources
  • Navigating Large-Scale Proposal Support
  • Academic Writing & Research Development (AWARD) Series
  • AI Letter of Support Writer
  • GS&A Chatbot Overview
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    Spotlight On

    AI Letter of Support Writer

    Research administrators and investigators are encouraged to use the new MM AI Letter of Support Writer, an artificial intelligence (AI) platform, that assists in the creation of letters of support for research proposal submissions.

    How Grant Services & Analysis Supports Research

    Research Development

    Our Research Development professionals work with faculty to increase extramural funding. We connect faculty with opportunities; work with faculty on grant writing/editing; coordinate large-scale proposals; support faculty career development through programs like R01 Boot Camp; manage internal funding programs; provide bridging support; and assist with limited submissions.

    Pre-Award

    “Pre-Award” constitutes anything that facilitates a proposal’s creation and submission, prior to the award being received. We offer resources for proposal preparation, using eResearch Proposal Management (eRPM), proposal routing, and proposal submission.

    Post-Award

    “Post-Award” comprises everything that happens to administer a research project, following the official award being received. We also maintain the Post-Award Procedures Manual, which represents the consolidation of the Medical School post-award procedures and best practices.

    Research Data Analytics

    Our office provides data for sections of the M-DASH and M-STAT systems. We collect data from the proposals submitted, as well as directly from the National Institutes of Health. We are also able to provide data based on award submissions and receipts.

    Resources & Education

    Our office also writes and maintains policies related to aspects of sponsored research in the Medical School, creates and holds training sessions on various research administration topics, and works on special projects that arise and need our expertise.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Review answers to the most common questions regarding grant routing and review policy, budget/justification issues, NIH proposals and awards, eRPM, PAF, PHS, FCOI, access to data systems, and post-award.

    Contact Us
    Grant Services & Analysis
    University of Michigan Medical School
    Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Phone: 734-763-4272

    About Us
    Grant Services & Analysis is a unit of the Medical School Office of Research, where our mission is to foster an environment of innovation and efficiency that serves the Michigan Medicine research community and supports biomedical science from insight to impact.

    Upcoming Research Events

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    Join the BRCF Transgenic Animal Model Core for a complimentary lunch while you learn how to make your own model.
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    The Funding Forum
    Join the Grant Services and Analysis Research Development (RD) team on Zoom every third Thursday at 2:00 pm for the Funding Forum – a 60-minute session designed to help UMMS faculty gain an advantage in grant seeking and proposal development.
    Event runs May 21, 2026 - December 17, 2026
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    Researchpalooza
    Join exhibitors from labs and offices of the Medical School and across campus for this annual event showcasing the services provided to research faculty, staff, and students.
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    The Funding Forum
    Join the Grant Services and Analysis Research Development (RD) team on Zoom every third Thursday at 2:00 pm for the Funding Forum – a 60-minute session designed to help UMMS faculty gain an advantage in grant seeking and proposal development.
    Event runs May 21, 2026 - December 17, 2026
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    Best Practices for Preparing Large Team Grant Proposals
    The Large Team Grant Core hosts a virtual seminar addressing best practices for submitting complex, interdisciplinary grant proposals.
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    Dean's Lecture Symposium
    The Dean's Lecture Symposium will offer a day of panel sessions, a poster session, and keynote speaker Sean Morrison from UT-Southwestern.
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    The Funding Forum
    Join the Grant Services and Analysis Research Development (RD) team on Zoom every third Thursday at 2:00 pm for the Funding Forum – a 60-minute session designed to help UMMS faculty gain an advantage in grant seeking and proposal development.
    Event runs May 21, 2026 - December 17, 2026
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    Write Winning NIH R01 Grant Proposals
    This full-day workshop is an annual event for R01 Boot Camp participants, and will be open again this year to U-M faculty members, postdoctoral researchers and administrative staff interested in gaining a competitive edge in grantsmanship.
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    The Funding Forum
    Join the Grant Services and Analysis Research Development (RD) team on Zoom every third Thursday at 2:00 pm for the Funding Forum – a 60-minute session designed to help UMMS faculty gain an advantage in grant seeking and proposal development.
    Event runs May 21, 2026 - December 17, 2026
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    Featured Research News

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    Upcoming Changes to Clinical Research Billing Coverage Analysis Process

    To align Michigan Medicine with current best practices, a new process will be implemented to support robust clinical research billing coverage analysis. Starting this September, coverage analysis will be created centrally for all new clinical trials with billable items and services and will include citations of national and local care determinations.
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    Office of Research

    New Research Team Collaboration Agreement Template

    The Office of Regulatory Affairs has developed a Research Team Collaboration Agreement, a template to help teams establish and maintain clear communication through the project lifecycle.
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    New Requirement for Dual Appointment VA Faculty Serving as PIs on U-M Sponsored Projects

    Veterans Administration (VA) and University of Michigan dual-appointed faculty proposing research through U-M often plan to use resources (space, staff, subject pools, equipment, etc) at the VA. In these circumstances, the national VA requires that a Federal Conflict of Interest (FCOI) waiver be received BEFORE the application is submitted (18 U.S.C. §208). To support the VA in achieving compliance, Michigan Medicine is implementing a review of disclosure prior to U-M submission. Beginning July 1, 2026, all VA–U-M dual-appointed faculty serving as a PI and using resources that require VA regulatory approval must obtain an FCOI waiver through the VA before submitting the grant through U-M.