New Biosketch format

The NIH will require use of a new Biosketch format for grant applications submitted for due dates on or after May 25, 2015.

The Library has created a guide to help you understand the new NIH Biosketch requirements.

Key changes include:

• Extends page limit from 4 to 5 pages.
• Allows applicants to add up to 4 peer reviewed publications that specifically highlight their experience to section A. Personal Statement.
• Changes section C from Selected Peer Reviewed Publications to Contribution to Science. Applicants can briefly describe up to 5 of their most significant contributions to science and include up to 4 peer reviewed publications or other non-publication products, such as patents, audio or video products, data and research materials, databases, educational aids or curricula, instruments or equipment, models, protocols, and software or netware. Each contribution should be no longer than one half page including figures and citations.
• Provide a URL to a full list of published work as found in a publicly available database, such as SciENcv or My Bibliography.

Check out the FAQs for the new NIH Biosketch format.

Classes reviewing the new Biosketch format will be announced soon.