Proposal Writing 101 is a practical 1-hour workshop designed to support early career researchers taking their first steps into the world of research funding.
We will explore the fundamentals of writing a strong, clear, and compelling proposal, focusing on structure, clarity, and what funders typically look for. To support our discussions, we’ll use the NWO Open Competition ENW (domain Science) XS call as a concrete example of a short-format funding scheme — but the lessons will apply more broadly.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify the core components of a typical research funding proposal
- Describe key features that make proposals competitive
- Analyze a sample proposal for strengths and weaknesses
- Draft a concise and compelling summary of their own research idea
- Apply persuasive writing principles in the context of scientific research funding applications
