Research Live webinar series

Research Live is the UGA Office of Research’s webinar series, focused on topics of practical interest to the UGA research community. These virtual events provide an opportunity for faculty, students, and staff to interact directly with Office of Research professionals and discuss different aspects of conducting research at a large public university. All events are free and open to anyone in the UGA community.

January

“The Business of Research: Building Industry Partnerships that Pay”

  • Date: Friday, Jan. 27
  • Time: 11 a.m.
  • Location: Zoom (registration required)

University-industry relationships can be challenging to navigate. Faculty who take the time to understand business perspectives are more likely to gain the trust it takes to establish long term, mutually beneficial relationships. In part 2 of the “How Not to Research Alone: Creating Meaningful Relationships with Funders” series, we will provide researchers with tips for connecting with potential business partners and suggestions for framing their research interests as an avenue to address business needs.

February

“Stay Current with D.C.: A Structured Approach to Securing Federal Funding”

  • Date: Friday, Feb. 3
  • Time: 11 a.m.
  • Location: Zoom (registration required)

Applying for federal funding can be overwhelming. Like all complex tasks, you need to break down the process into manageable chunks. But what’s the best way to do that? In part 3 of the “How Not to Research Alone: Creating Meaningful Relationships with Funders” series, we will present a structured approach to grant proposal development that will lower your stress level and position you for the best chance of success.

“Fill the Gaps in Your Foundation: Tips for Seeking Foundation Funding”

  • Date: Friday, Feb. 17
  • Time: 11 a.m.
  • Location: Zoom (registration required)

Although foundations don’t typically offer the same level of funding as federal agencies, their dollars can serve as a valuable complement to other funding streams and help spur additional funding. While no two foundations are exactly the same, there are some generic guidelines that are helpful in seeking foundation funding. In part 4 of the “How Not to Research Alone: Creating Meaningful Relationships with Funders” series, we will focus on what resonates with foundations and strategies for effective approaches.

March

“Do You Accept This Mission?: Meeting the Needs of U.S. Mission Agencies”

  • Date: Friday, March 3
  • Time: 11 a.m.
  • Location: Zoom (registration required)

Mission agencies support research that advances specific purposes or needs. Building relationships with mission agencies is essential to securing funding because it provides a better understanding of the agency’s needs and helps the agency reduce risk in the funding process. However, the process of building relationships takes time and can be difficult to start. In part 5 and final segment of the “How Not to Research Alone: Creating Meaningful Relationships with Funders” series, we will provide a better understanding of mission agencies and pointers on how to initiate and sustain relationships within mission agencies.

For more information or to access archived webinars, please visit the UGA Office of Research’s website.

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