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2025 Federal Administration Transition

Updates on executive orders and policies impacting federally funded research.

Research at Yale Updates

 

The Yale Office of Research Development (YRD) advances Yale’s research enterprise by providing strategic guidance on the federal funding landscape, strengthening the university’s position in an increasingly competitive environment.

YRD Service Pillars

Limited Submission & Internal Competition Management – Ensuring Yale submits its strongest candidates for select, restricted funding opportunities. 

Strategic Research Positioning & Competitiveness Assessment – Helping faculty align research with funder priorities and long-term funding trends.

Funder Engagement Strategies – Advising faculty on building relationships with program officers and navigating the funding landscape. 

Funding Opportunity Briefs & Weekly Newsletter – Providing curated intelligence on relevant funding opportunities. 

Funding Webinars & Reverse Site Visits – Facilitating direct engagement between Yale researchers and funding agencies.

Strategic Team Formation for Multi-PI Grants – Identifying and aligning faculty expertise to create competitive research teams. 

Facilitating Interdisciplinary Research Networks – Connecting researchers across disciplines to build high-impact collaborations. 

Collaboration & Networking Events – Hosting structured opportunities designed to align faculty with upcoming funding opportunities, emerging research trends, and funder priorities. 

Research Partner Engagement – Organizing strategic research events that bring funding agencies, national labs, and external institutions into conversation with Yale researchers.

Pre-Proposal Assessment & Planning – Helping teams define project scope, strengths, and gaps before full proposal development. 

Proposal Structuring & Narrative Development – Strengthening proposal clarity, argumentation, and funder alignment. 

Graphics Support for Proposals – Assisting with figures and visual elements to enhance proposal impact. 

Red Team Reviews & Competitive Feedback – Coordinating expert reviews to refine proposals before submission. 

Proposal Coordination & Deliverable Roadmaps – Providing structured planning and oversight for large, multi-PI proposals. 

Team Facilitation & Progress Oversight – Ensuring that proposal teams stay aligned and on track.

Upcoming Events

  • Yale Idea Exchange

    In-person

    The Yale Idea Exchange is an ideal platform for all Yale faculty looking to connect with colleagues across campus.

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