Proposal Preparation
Transmittal of the Proposal
The PI/co-PIs are responsible for preparing the proposal. Under normal circumstances, the DFRRG is responsible for submitting the proposal to the funding agency.Fastlane
The National Science Foundation (NSF) operates under an online submission process through Fastlane (www.fastlane.nsf.gov). NSF requires all PIs and co-PIs to be registered on their system. If you are not currently registered, please contact the DFRRG as she is the SRO (Sponsored Research Officer) for Fastlane. The PI/co-PI complete the proposal and submit it via Fastlane and submits the proposal. The SRO (DFRRG) reviews, approves and submits the proposal. Please contact the DFRRG if you have questions about your Fastlane log-in information.
Grants.gov
Grants.gov is the online submission system for all federal programs. The DFRRG is an Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR) and will guide faculty/staff through the online submission process.








