The Hidden Bias of Grant Spam
It is with a sense of relief (but with strings attached) that I write to you this chilly February morning. I’m relieved that our government—you…
Category: science careers
2020 – The Year of Challenge
Are you thinking “good riddance” to the challenges of 2020? What if we take a deeper look at what “good” and “bad” has come from the past year.
Connecting With Your Reviewer
Is your reviewer perfectly objective? We are taught that in science, everything is objective. When it comes to your reviewer however, they often respond to…
Of Donuts and Grants
What’s a Donut Shop in Chicago got to do with writing great grant proposals? It’s about giving the “customer” what she wants… Watch this short…
How Too Much Objectivity Kills Your Grant Chances
Just observe a debate between any two human beings. You’ll notice that it doesn’t matter how many facts one side marshalls against the other. Just slamming the opponent with facts and data leads to deeper entrenchment. This often happens with grants, too. Here’s a post on how to avoid that…
