Pre-Award Services • Assisting investigators with identification of potential sponsors • Interpreting proposal guidelines and developing budgets • Coordinating institutional approval for proposal submissions • Negotiating awards with sponsors MURCpreaward@marshall.edu Resources Quick Start Guide: Overview of Grant and Contract Processes Introduction to MURC Budgeting Basics Funding Opportunities Grant Writing 101 Forms Policies, Procedures and Guidelines Financial Disclosure/Conflict of Interest Staff Directory