Grants Lifecycle
Every sponsored project at Wake Forest moves through a series of connected stages — from the first spark of an idea to the final report. Select any stage below to see the steps within it, who’s involved, and where to get help.
Pre-Award
Step 1: Identify Your Funding Opportunity
Step 2: Plan & Refine Project
Step 3: Develop Your Proposal
Step 4: Route & Submit Your Proposal
Post-Award
Step 5: Initiate the Project
Step 6: Conduct & Oversee the Project
Step 7: Manage the Award & Finances
Step 8: Close Out the Award
Disseminate & Translate
Step 9: Disseminate & Promote
Step 10: Commercialize & Translate
Cross-Cutting and Reference
Research Compliance & Scientific Integrity
Responsible Use of AI in Research & Grant Applications
Who’s Who & Glossary
