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Self-Paced Courses

Build knowledge on your schedule with flexible, self-paced courses designed to strengthen core research skills and support independent learning.

NIH Grant Writing

Who it's for: early career researchers, clinical scholars, clinician educators, Ph.D. researchers, clinical research professionals, APPs, nurses

Get guidance on NIH grantsmanship and writing from a professional grant writer. This library of self-directed courses covers most NIH funding mechanisms (F, K, R, and T).

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As a first-time NIH applicant preparing to apply for a K award, Meg Bouvier’s grant writing course library has been an invaluable resource. I have only reviewed the first three chapters thus far but it is clear that they are meticulously structured, offering deep insights into the grant writing process, far beyond superficial advice, reflecting the presenter’s extensive experience. The practical tips and the ability to save slides for future reference have been particularly beneficial. I am extremely grateful our university has provided us access to this essential tool.”

Michael Dohopolski, M.D.Assistant Professor, Radiation Oncology
Dean’s Scholar in Clinical Research

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Manuscript Writing Course

Who it's for: early career researchers, Ph.D. researchers, APPs, nurses, clinical research professionals

Learn how to successfully develop, draft, and complete peer-reviewed manuscripts. The curriculum ensures a consistent understanding of core writing skills, publication processes, and authorship ethics.

  • Resource Highlights
    • Online and self-paced
    • No special software required; internet access is necessary
    • Content is provided via video lectures, downloadable templates, checklists, and optional discussion prompts

    This modular training includes four sections:

    1. Getting Started
    2. Understanding Authorship
    3. Writing Your Manuscript
    4. Stages of Publication

    For Workshop information, see our information sheet (PDF).

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Clinical Research Foundations Training

Who it's for: clinical researchers

Quickly learn the fundamentals of conducting clinical research at UT Southwestern. Clinical Research Foundations Training introduces new and/or newly hired clinical researchers to the concepts and skills necessary to be successful in their role.

The training is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of foundational research knowledge and ensure that research personnel have a consistent and standardized foundational understanding of the requirements to successfully deliver clinical research.

  • Course Highlights

    Workshop highlights:

    • Mandatory for individuals who are new to research at UT Southwestern
    • Optional for other employees
    • Self-paced
    • Online

Learn more about Clinical Research Foundations Training