What qualities make a good researcher?
There’s not one model. Some people are logical and clear-thinking. Others are scattered. I’ve known people on both sides who have done exceptional work. Usually, what it comes down to is passion. Whatever style they have, good researchers typically are passionate about what they do. Q: What qualities make for a strong research proposal? A: NSF has two criteria for reviewing proposals. Intellectual merit includes advancing knowledge and exploring creative and original concepts, as well as the qualifications of researchers and their access to necessary resources. Broader impacts include promoting teaching and learning, widening the participation of underrepresented groups, enhancing the research infrastructure, disseminating your findings and benefiting society. ENG receives 6,000 to 7,000 proposals a year. There are all kinds of models for success. But overall, you have to have a unique, transformative idea that’s truly novel and will have an impact. Q: What other advice would you give
