This seminar will be held in person in Glandt Forum; snacks will be served.

“Opportunities and Support for the BME Research Community from NSF”

The National Science Foundation (NSF) supports work in all fields of science and engineering, including biomedical engineering.  That said, biomedical engineering researchers can face challenges in finding the right ‘home’ and scope for their work at NSF.  This presentation will provide a broad overview of the mission of NSF and how it relates to the biomedical engineering community, including emerging initiatives and responses to the current disruption of the research enterprise.  Descriptions of select programs at the National Science Foundation that fund work relevant to the biomedical engineering community will be covered.  Best practices in proposal preparation and practical tips to optimize interaction with your program director will also be discussed.  Bring your questions along!