We get it. The deluge of news coming out of NIH has been an emotional roller coaster lately. You need clear information from an NIH expert on how to submit a competitive NIH application right now. You need timely advising not just on the typical myriad questions about applications, but also on the ever-changing policy changes.

What if you had a direct line to that expertise three times per month?

The NIH Live Q&A Membership is a new, affordable program designed for biomedical researchers who want ongoing support and direct access to grantwriting experts. It’s your home for expert advice, support, and the confidence you need to write a winning submission.

Your Membership Includes

Live Ask the Grantwriting Expert Sessions

Join us on Zoom every other week for a one-hour session featuring mini-tutorials on critical topics, interviews with subject matter experts, and live Q&A to answer your most pressing questions. Alternating Wednesdays at 3pm ET.

Live First Fridays with Meg

Get 1:1 feedback directly from Dr. Meg Bouvier during virtual office hours on the first Friday of every month. In this intimate group call, you can ask Meg your questions directly and get personal guidance. First Friday of every month at 11:30am ET.

The Complete AGE Recordings Library

Can't make a live session? Your membership includes 24/7 access to our full library of past Ask the Grantwriting Expert recordings, conveniently organized and searchable by topic. Available on demand.

A Community of Your Peers

The grantwriting journey can be isolating. Connect with other researchers on our live calls who are navigating the same challenges you are.

This Membership is for You If…

  • You want to stay current on the latest NIH strategies and trends directly from the experts.

  • You have specific grantwriting questions but don't need a full, comprehensive course.

  • You learn best through interactive, live discussions.

  • You're an NIH applicant, or support NIH applicants, and have a limited budget.

  • You feel isolated in the writing process and would benefit from feedback and peer connections.

  • You've used Bouvier Grant Group's suite of grantwriting tools in the past and you want to maintain a connection to our experts.

Membership Includes

Ask the Grantwriting Expert

This is our cornerstone live event, held every other week. Each session is built to deliver timely, relevant information. We often start with a 15-20 minute mini-tutorial on a specific aspect of grantwriting, like a live R01 Aims page edit or instructions on writing a persuasive rebuttal. On other occasions we’ll feature guest experts, like research administrators or grant reviewers, to share their unique insights. The rest of the hour is dedicated to you, as we open the floor for a live Q&A. Alternating Wednesdays at 3pm ET. Can't make a session? Submit a question in advance, then watch the recording at your leisure to get your answer.

First Fridays with Meg

On the first Friday of every month, join Dr. Meg Bouvier for a candid, open-forum Q&A. This is a smaller group setting designed for direct interaction. Bring the challenges you’re facing with your application, and Meg will offer straightforward, expert advice. Think of it as your personal grantwriting mentor, on call every month. First Friday of every month at 11:30am ET.

The On-Demand Recordings Library

Your membership is a resource that grows every month. Dive into our extensive library of past AGE sessions anytime. Whether you need a quick refresher on biosketches at 10 PM or want to review a session on resubmissions over the weekend, our searchable database puts the answers right at your fingertips. Available on demand.

About Dr. Bouvier

Margaret Bouvier received her PhD in 1995 in Biomedical Sciences from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. After an NINDS post-doctoral fellowship, she worked as a staff writer for long-standing NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins in the Office of Press, Policy, and Communications for the Human Genome Project and NHGRI. Since 2007, Meg has specialized in editing and advising on NIH submissions, and began offering virtual courses in 2015.

She’s recently worked with more than 25% of the nation’s highest-performing hospitals*, three of the top 10 cancer hospitals*, three of the top 16 medical schools for research*, and 8 NCI-Designated Cancer Centers.

Her experience at NIH as both a bench scientist and staff writer greatly informs her approach to NIH grantwriting. She has helped clients land over half a billion in federal funding. Bouvier Grant Group is a woman-owned small business.

*As recognized by the 2024/25 US News & World Report honor roll.

Frequently Asked Questions
The NIH Live Q&A Membership is designed specifically for researchers who only want live support and community access. It does not include our on-demand course library (like Master the R Series) or access to our intensive, multi-day Bootcamps. It is our most affordable option for staying connected to our experts.
All Ask the Grantwriting Expert sessions are recorded and will be added to your dashboard within 48 hours. Submit a question in advance, then watch the recording at your leisure to get your answer. First Fridays with Meg are not recorded to ensure a safe space for open discussion
You will receive email reminders before each event with a unique Zoom link.
After the first six months of your membership, you can cancel anytime.
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