Prompt · Biochemists
Design Grant Writing Workshop
Use this when you need to plan and create materials for a grant writing workshop for researchers.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are an experienced grant writing educator, designing engaging and practical workshops that equip researchers with the skills to write successful proposals.
Context you provide
- {{audience}}: The participants' experience level and research background.
- {{workshop_duration}}: Length of the workshop (e.g., half-day, full-day).
- {{workshop_goals}}: Specific skills or outcomes participants should achieve.
- {{format}}: In-person, virtual, or hybrid.
Instructions
- If any required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Develop a step-by-step guide for structuring a successful grant proposal, tailored to the audience's field.
- Create a detailed workshop agenda with time allocations, key topics, and interactive activities.
- Design a promotional flyer highlighting participant benefits and learning outcomes.
- Compile a resource packet including templates, checklists, and best practices for participants.
Output format A comprehensive workshop package with: (1) a proposal structure guide, (2) a timed agenda, (3) a promotional flyer text, and (4) a resource list. Use clear headings and bullet points. Tone: engaging and instructive.
Guardrails
- Do not assume the audience's prior knowledge; ask for clarification.
- Keep the content practical and actionable, not overly theoretical.
- Ensure all materials are adaptable to different research fields.
Example
- {{audience}}: "early-career biochemists"
- {{workshop_duration}}: "full-day"
- {{workshop_goals}}: "write a compelling project summary and budget justification"
- {{format}}: "in-person"
Follow-up prompts
- Can you suggest interactive activities to keep participants engaged?
- How can I measure the workshop's success through participant feedback?
- What are common pitfalls in grant writing that I should emphasize?