Researcher Fundamentals is a seminar series providing practical information for navigating common research topic areas, including key processes, best practices, and connection to resources.
2025 Researcher Fundamentals sessions
| Session | Date and Time | Description | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Activities |
Tuesday, February 11 11:30-12:15pm |
This seminar highlights the complexities involved in international research, as well as the offices available to support navigating international research activities and collaborations. Participants are invited to come with questions specific to the international aspects of their research. Presenters: Broderick Grady and Adam King |
Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Proposal Submission Process |
Friday, March 7 10:00-10:45am |
This seminar will provide an overview of the key systems, processes, and roles involved in preparing a proposal, emphasizing the importance of early planning to meet internal submission deadlines. Presenters: Chelsea Penumarthy and Lara Whittaker | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Budget Development |
Tuesday, April 15 1:15-2:00pm |
This seminar focuses on developing effective budgets for research proposals, covering key strategies, cost considerations, and compliance with funding guidelines. Participants are encouraged to come with questions for tailored guidance and discussion. Presenters: Dana Sanders | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Animal and Lab Safety |
Wednesday, May 14 11:00-11:45am |
This seminar on animal and lab safety will cover any other details for marketing the event compliance guidelines and resources to ensure a safe and ethical research environment. Presenters: Mary Brock, Anna Hampton, Courtney Stanion | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Tools for Navigating Research at Duke |
Wednesday, June 4 1:00-1:45pm |
This seminar explores tools for navigating research at Duke, with a focus on the myRESEARCHsuite platforms and services designed to streamline and support the research process. Presenters: Fay Cathles-Hagen and Derek Jones | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| International Activities |
Thursday, August 7 11:30-12:15pm |
This seminar highlights the complexities involved in international research, as well as the offices available to support navigating international research activities and collaborations. Participants are invited to come with questions specific to the international aspects of their research. Presenters: Broderick Grady and Adam King | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Budget Development |
Wednesday, September 10 2:30-3:15pm |
This seminar focuses on developing effective budgets for research proposals, covering key strategies, cost considerations, and compliance with funding guidelines. Participants are encouraged to come with questions for tailored guidance and discussion. Presenters: Dana Sanders | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Proposal Submission Process |
Tuesday, October 14 2:00-2:45pm |
This seminar will provide an overview of the key systems, processes, and roles involved in preparing a proposal, emphasizing the importance of early planning to meet internal submission deadlines. Presenters: Chelsea Penumarthy and Lara Whittaker | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Animal and Lab Safety |
Tuesday, November 4 11:00-11:45am |
This seminar on animal and lab safety will cover any other details for marketing the event compliance guidelines and resources to ensure a safe and ethical research environment. Presenters: Mary Brock, Anna Hampton, Courtney Stanion | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Tools for Navigating Research at Duke |
Wednesday, December 10 1:00-1:45pm |
This seminar explores tools for navigating research at Duke, with a focus on the myRESEARCHsuite platforms and services designed to streamline and support the research process. Presenters: Fay Cathles-Hagen and Derek Jones | Registration (use your NetID@duke.edu for the email address) |
| Session | Date and Time | Description | Slides and Recordings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publications and Authorship |
Tuesday, July 23 12:00-1:15pm |
This seminar will review considerations for academic publications generated from research at Duke, including authorship, funding, and journal selection. Presenters: Beth Blackwood, Paolo Mangiafico, Megan Von Isenberg | |
| Navigating Institutional Approvals |
Tuesday, August 20 11:00-12:15pm |
This seminar will help define the varied levels of institutional approvals required at Duke, guide researchers through key steps in the institutional approval process, and discuss how to identify and mitigate bottlenecks. Presenters: Mary Brock, Sharon Ellison, Anna Hampton , Courtney Stanion , Holly Williams | |
| International Activities and Collaborations |
Wednesday, September 25 12:00-1:15pm |
This seminar highlights the complexities involved in international research, as well as the offices available to support navigating international research activities and collaborations. Presenters: Broderick Grady | |
| Data Management and Stewardship |
Thursday, November 14 12:00-1:15pm |
This seminar will highlight key elements of creating a comprehensive data management plan, including tools and resources available for storing, sharing, and archiving data. Presenters: Sophia Lafferty-Hess, William Krenzer | |
| Finding and Applying for Funding |
Wednesday, December 4 12:00-1:15pm |
Attendees will be able to explore the tools and resources available at Duke to find funding tailored to your discipline and interest, as well as receive assistance with setting up your profile in these tools to maximize funding search results. Presenters: Alicia Korenman, Sohini Sengupta, Derek Jones |
Finding and Apply for Funding - Tuesday, September 5 12:00-1:30pm
Presenters and facilitators: Laurianne Torres, Alicia Korenman, Anita Shirley, Dana Sanders
Data Management Planning - Wednesday, September 13 12:00-1:30pm
Presenters and facilitators: Warren Kibbe, Jenny Ariansen, Sophia Lafferty-Hess, Terri West
Navigating Institutional Approvals - Thursday, September 21 12:00-1:30pm
Presenters and facilitators: Geeta Swamy, Angie Padget, Anna Hampton, Courtney Stanion, Derek Jones, Mary Brock, Rebecca Brouwer
Disseminating Your Research - Monday, September 25 12:00-1:30pm
Presenters and Facilitators: Isaretta Riley, Monica Lemmon, Jen Darragh, Karl Bates, Megan Von Isenburg, Michael Musty
Budget Development - Tuesday, October 3 12:00-1:00pm
Presenters: Dana Sanders, Kristina Balderson
International Research - Thursday, October 5 12:00-1:00pm
Presenters: Broderick Grady, Daniel Vick, Gerald Bloomfield, Kelly Deal
Utilizing EHR Data - Tuesday, October 10 12:00-1:00pm
Presenters: Armando Bedoya, Shannon Widman
Grant Financial Management - Thursday, October 12 12:00-1:00pm
Presenters: Chelsea Penumarthy, Christoph Hornik, Deborah Martin, Derek Jones
Translation and Commercialization - Tuesday, October 17 12:00-1:00pm
Presenters: Pearce Jackson, Robin Rasor
Publications and Authorship - Thursday, October 19 12:00-1:00pm