This curriculum will provide the knowledge, strategies, and resources necessary to navigate the DoD research ecosystem- ranging from identifying opportunities to preparing competitive proposals and establishing long-term research collaborations- while exploring different pathways for securing funding through grants and Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs).

Responding to a solicitation can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re new to the proposal writing process. This lesson is designed to help you learn how to leverage opportunities for feedback, avoid common proposal pitfalls, and maximize best practices to set yourself and your team up for success.

While becoming a DoD contractor might be the first thing that comes to mind when considering ways to engage with the DoD, numerous other options are available. Researchers, innovators, and organizations can get involved through avenues such as Fellowship and Internship programs, Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs), Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), and direct employment opportunities within DoD agencies. In this module, we will delve deeper into each of these pathways to highlight the diverse ways you can align your expertise, interests, and innovations with DoD priorities.