Michelle Frank, PhD

Senior grants consultant at Hanover Research; technical writer, editor, and all-around science geek. UW-Madison alum. All views mine. #grantwriting

[Michelle Frank, PhD @MichelleFrankGC]

If you're a researcher and you apply for #grants, you NEED the #GrantRant in your life! #researchfunding

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

Looking for #grant specific topics? Subscribe to Hanover's Grant Rant podcast for subjects ranging from TRIO, #NSF, common pitfalls, and more with new episodes to come https://t.co/osNMdgl3YE

[nature @Nature]

Members of the US Congress have signaled that they will once again reject a proposal by the Trump administration to slash science spending. But the bill they advanced today still calls for substantial cuts to budgets at agencies such as the National Science Foundation.

https://t.co/tC63iuyOFk

[Max Kozlov @maxdkozlov]

The Trump administration has downsized US science by historic margins — but it's not just via grant or workforce cuts.

Our new @nature analysis reveals the government has cut more than 100 scientific advisory panels across all major science agencies.

[Dr. Catharine Young @DrCatharineY]

The Trump administration has effectively ended its legal fight to impose a flat 15% cap on NIH indirect-costs by letting the deadline to appeal to the Supreme Court pass without filing.

That means the earlier court rulings blocking the policy remain in place.

[Michelle Frank, PhD @MichelleFrankGC]

Research development is changing—and institutions that adapt will lead.
Visit Hanover at #NORDP2026 to talk strategy, emerging trends, and what it takes to stay competitive in today’s funding landscape. @Hanover_Ed

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

Join Hanover at NORDP 2026 in Indianapolis. Connect with research leaders, explore trends, and strengthen your strategy. See you there.

[DOE Office of Science @doescience]

The Energy Frontier Research Centers bring together world-class teams from universities, National Labs and other research institutions to perform basic research relevant to energy. @ENERGY has announced a $352M funding opportunity for new & renewing EFRCs: https://t.co/EH3n5OTlxu

[DOE Office of Science @doescience]

Early career researchers drive innovation. @ENERGY Office of Science is now accepting applications for its 2026 Early Career Research Program. The program will support about 100 exceptional researchers in basic science areas critical to DOE's mission: https://t.co/igNpnpwAub

[NIH Funding @NIHFunding]

Updated Elements of an NIH Data Management and Sharing Plan https://t.co/nmEcq1HofD

[FeistyScientistPhD @MaryNobody123]

Can you please reinstate the now 5-month lapsed SBIR program? Small businesses are going to close because of this. While @SenJoniErnst plan has flaws, they are workable. The SBIR program should have been a slam-dunk, please help. @SenateSmallBiz @SenatorBaldwin @SenRonJohnson

[NIH @NIH]

The NIH Outstanding Scholars in Neuroscience Award Program (OSNAP) is open and seeking nominations of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows engaged in #neuroscience research. Nominations are due 3/23/2026. Don’t miss this opportunity!

Learn more at https://t.co/0pjN165Qet

[nature @Nature]

“We could be on a path towards homogeneity”

Data suggests that AI-assisted grant proposals are less distinct, and more likely to be funded
https://t.co/oyCUvb1LdQ

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

Boost your grant success by mastering reviewer feedback. Get Hanover’s webinar recording today. https://t.co/01wuGhH9Mf

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

Resubmitting a grant application? Learn to act on reviewer feedback and strengthen your proposal. Join Hanover’s webinar by registering now! https://t.co/JrlVTOgxCy

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

Learn how to interpret grant reviewer feedback and strengthen your resubmission strategy. Join Hanover’s upcoming webinar. https://t.co/kwkMqZwxMq

[Michelle Frank, PhD @MichelleFrankGC]

It's so important to write your grant for a mixed audience.

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

How can you make technical research resonate with any reviewer? Join Hanover’s #webinar to learn strategies for clarity & impact. https://t.co/T18uh3SgNL

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

Foundation funding can be opaque. Our webinar shows how to engage funders, build trust, and create lasting partnerships. Watch the recording. https://t.co/9rKwQNdx0X

[Michelle Frank, PhD @MichelleFrankGC]

From @NIH: Information for the NIH Extramural Community During the Lapse of Federal Government Funding: https://t.co/pSzUFr9P0k @NIHFunding #Shutdown2025 #grantfunding

[U.S. National Science Foundation @NSF]

Due to a lapse in government funding, NSF will not post content or respond to any comments/replies until the government reopens.

[Michelle Frank, PhD @MichelleFrankGC]

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[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

TOMORROW: Crack the code to foundation funding. Hanover’s webinar shares strategies to build lasting funder relationships. Register today! https://t.co/CnZ72Dsg3Q

[Hanover Research Education @Hanover_Ed]

Winning grants takes strategy. Watch Hanover’s webinar on writing for reviewers, key elements & meta-narratives. Elevate proposals today. https://t.co/y3bKhejfnv

[Michelle Frank, PhD @MichelleFrankGC]

AFRI has arrived! #usda #fundingopportunities

[NIFA @USDA_NIFA]

The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Foundational and Applied Science Program Request for Applications is now open. Explore grant opportunities in six priority areas to enhance agricultural knowledge. Check-out the details and deadlines here: https://t.co/0zrerjmPPT