by Ellen Schenk | Feb 14, 2024 | Tips and tricks
Recently, I decided to step into two collaborative research projects to support the coordinator. As an independent consultant, I am heavily involved in research strategy development, proposal preparation, and grant writing. Being a self-made research manager, I have...
by Ellen Schenk | Dec 22, 2023 | News
I am thrilled to share that I have been featured in a recent Nature article discussing the use of AI in research management. The article by Linda Nordling, titled “How research managers are using AI to get ahead,” delves into the transformative impact of...
by Ellen Schenk | Nov 16, 2023 | News
This year, I had the opportunity to support a funding proposal in the field of regenerative medicine for osteoarthritis, a project that resonated with me on a personal level. A few weeks ago, I underwent knee replacement surgery due to osteoarthritis. Thankfully, the...
by Ellen Schenk | Sep 1, 2023 | Successes
In my role as an independent funding advisor and grant writer, I often find myself in a trainer position. Just this week, I had the opportunity to train research managers and administrators (RMAs) and researchers in Slovenia. We covered the basics of grant writing and...
by Ellen Schenk | Aug 11, 2023 | Successes
In my world of independent grant writing, the journey is as significant as the destination. The intricate dance of crafting funding proposals, especially for collaborative projects, demands months of dedication. The culmination of this effort, the moment of...
