Overview


Members joined us for an engaging webinar designed to sharpen their skills in securing research funding. Available only to AcademyHealth members, this interactive session featured a moderated discussion with a researcher, a private funder, and an experienced grant writer, providing diverse perspectives on the funding process. Participants also engaged in breakout groups to tackle specific challenges and share strategies. Read more of the takeaways on the AcademyHealth blog here. AcademyHealth members can also access a resource guide with additional strategies for tailoring proposals and tools for identifying funding opportunities here

Learning Objectives


Participants of this webinar:

  • Understood what funders look for in successful funding proposals.
  • Identified  key elements to improve effectiveness in securing funding.
  • Assessed specific funding challenges and explore tailored solutions.

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Speaker List


Moderator:

Lauren Adams
Staff

Lauren Adams, M.A.

Senior Director of Communications and Marketing - AcademyHealth

Lauren Adams, M.A., is senior director of communications and marketing at AcademyHealth, where she oversees strategic communications. Read Bio

Speakers:

Staff

Elizabeth Cope, Ph.D., M.P.H.

Chief Programs & Science Officer - AcademyHealth

Elizabeth L. Cope, PhD, MPH, is Chief Programs & Science Officer at AcademyHealth where she is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and evaluation of all extramural programs. Read Bio

Jamae Morris Headshot
Presenter

Jamae Morris, Ph.D., M.A.

Program Officer, Research-Evaluation-Learning - Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Jamae Morris, Ph.D., M.A., serves as a Research-Evaluation-Learning Officer at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. She brings 10+ years of experience as a researcher and university professor. Read Bio