Introduction

A research proposal is a document proposing a research project, generally in the science or academia and includes a request for sponsorship of that research.

The research proposal is your chance to explain the significance of your project to organizations who might wish to fund or otherwise support it. Ideally, it will demonstrate the quality and importance of your project as well as your ability to conduct the proposed research.

Common components of a funding proposal for a research grant

a) Project title

b) Project summary

c) Table of contents

d) Introduction

e) Project goals and objectives

f) Review of literature

g) Description of proposed project

h) Plan of Action, Methodology and design

i) Personnel

j) Budget

k) Current and pending support

l) Evaluation

m) Dissemination

n) Supplementary materials