Our Programs

Below is a listing of the Florida Atlantic Office of Research Development’s programs. 

Early Career Launchpad

Early Career Launchpad (ECL) supports Florida Atlantic’s early career scholars and researchers. Participants learn the university’s research ecosystem by becoming oriented to Division of Research services, resources and guidelines. To indicate interest, contact proposaldevelopment@fau.edu by September 9, 2026.

MARS Liftoff

Mission for Arts, Research, and Society (MARS) Liftoff provides structured support for scholars and researchers applying for funding in arts and humanities and social sciences, including education. Participants target opportunities at agencies such as the NEH, NEA, Departments of Education and State, and various divisions of HHS. To indicate interest, contact proposaldevelopment@fau.edu by September 14, 2026.

NIH Program

Provides structured support for FAU investigators preparing applications to NIH pilot, exploratory, and other programs such as the R03, R15, R16, R21, R25, and R34. Offered: Fall 2026 - Spring 2027. Indicate Interest By: September 14, 2026

NSF CAREER Proposal Preparation Program

Helps FAU faculty prepare competitive applications for the National Science Foundation's Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program. Offered: Spring 2027. Indicate Interest By: Anticipated February 2027 (exact date to be announced)