What are Biosciences Initiative (BSI) start-up funds?
Funding is available to departments in the biosciences through the Biosciences Initiative (BSI) to supplement existing collegiate/departmental funds to create competitive start-up packages for new faculty hires. This year’s program will be related to translational research and proposals and all requests for BSI funding must demonstrate linkages to one or more of the key function areas in the UI Clinical Science and Translation Award (CTSA). Specific information about the key function areas and other aspects of the CTSA can be obtained from Dr. Gary Hunninghake, CTSA PI, or Dr. Richard Hichwa, Associate Vice President for Research. When requesting start-up funds, the following materials MUST be submitted: * Letter from the DEO requesting support, including: * Budget information detailing existing commitments to the start-up package from department, college, and other sources, as well as the specific request made for BSI funds based upon relevance of the research to the biosciences. * Se
