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Research Strategy & Management

Fostering a strategic approach to your program of research.​

Upcoming Training & Events

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Strategies for Success: NIH Funding for Canadian Applicants – Jun. 25, 2026

June 25 2026 @ 9:00 am

The Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation is hosting an information session on the research funding opportunities available to the University of Toronto and other non-US organizations from the National Institutes of Health. This session will provide strategies for developing successful collaborations with US institutions, approaches to the new funding structures, tips for Read More of Strategies for Success: NIH Funding for Canadian Applicants – Jun. 25, 2026

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CIHR Project Grant: Strategies for Success – July 14, 2026

July 14 2026 @ 10:30 am

The Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation is hosting a webinar about strategies for writing a successful proposal for the upcoming Fall 2026 CIHR Project Grant competition for the University of Toronto Community.  

The Project Grant program is designed to capture ideas with the greatest potential to advance health-related fundamental or applied knowledge, health Read More of CIHR Project Grant: Strategies for Success – July 14, 2026

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New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) Exploration 2026: Strategies for Success – Jul. 29, 2026

July 29 2026 @ 10:30 am

The Division of the Vice-President, Research & Innovation is hosting a webinar for the University of Toronto community on the upcoming New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) - Exploration 2026 competition.  

The objective of the Exploration stream is to support interdisciplinary research that is high-risk and high-reward. Researchers are encouraged to propose projects that Read More of New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF) Exploration 2026: Strategies for Success – Jul. 29, 2026

Browse the CRIS Calendar for more offerings!

Relevant CRIS Programs & Resources

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Strategies for Success

This series of faculty panels focuses on high-volume and strategically important funding opportunities. Using a peer-to-peer model, researchers share advice on grant application development gained from participating on adjudication panels and their own successful applications. 

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Project Management

Effective research project management is essential to maximize efficiency and deliver on highly impactful outcomes.

Research Project Management Resources:

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CRIS Connects

CRIS Connects is a monthly virtual drop-in session for the research community to ask questions, learn from peers, and find more resources available at U of T.

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Faculty Writing Accelerator: Crafting Competitive Grant Proposals for any Discipline

Designed for faculty seeking to refine and elevate their grant proposal writing skills, this program features expert guest speakers, peer-to-peer working sessions and dedicated co-writing time. Over eight weeks, participants will engage with proven strategies and hands-on exercises to craft persuasive, fundable proposals, navigate funding agency expectations, and strategically position their research projects for maximum impact and fundability. 

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