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Sponsored Programs

Sponsored Programs

Sponsored Programs and Research Compliance – SPARC – can help find funding, submit proposals, manage grants and contracts, and patent and license new discoveries.

SPARC advances UNCW's mission through excellence in sponsored programs administration. 

See What We Have To Offer

Proposal Development Our team can help you prepare proposals compliant with all university, sponsor, state, and federal guidelines. Contact us as soon as you’re aware of an opportunity. Develop a proposal
Funding Opportunities Our team helps researchers and research administrators identify internal and external funding for research and scholarly activity. Find Grant Supports
Award Management Once you’ve obtained funding, we help manage your award in compliance with its terms and conditions. We’re your knowledge base for regulations that govern sponsored research. Manage a grant or contract
Subaward Management Many submitted projects rely on collaborations with outside entities. Our team helps with projects that involve subawards, consultants, and other external collaborations. Get Subaward Information
Policies & Procedures Get quick links to key policies governing sponsored research at UNCW, plus research resources, frequently asked questions and needed information, forms, and more. Find Policies, Procedures & Resources
Training & Events Join regular training and information sessions or watch on-demand videos about granting agency guidelines, award processes, and other topics. See Training Resources

About SPARC

The SPARC team supports and promotes work by researchers and research administrators. We partner with the research and academic community to:

  • Steward sponsored funding
  • Provide timely technical expertise in finding funding
  • Prepare and submit proposals
  • Obtain and negotiate awards
  • Offer compliance solutions in accordance with regulatory requirements

SPARC creates a culture of integrity and compliance; fosters an environment of mutual respect, inclusion and open-mindedness; and encourages continuous professional environment.

News You Can Use

MRI Application Now Open The Major Research Instrumentation Program increases access to multi-user scientific and engineering instrumentation for research and research training purposes, however, the number of proposal submissions allowed per institution is limited. Get details and deadlines
NSF Enhancements for Proposal Submissions The National Science Foundation has enabled a number of enhancements for proposals submitted at Research.gov, FastLane and Grants.gov. Check out NSF funding opportunity search functionality and revamped program pages on nsf.gov and beta.nsf.gov. See how easy it is
eRA Commons Has Moved to Two-Factor Authentication All users of eRA Commons, ASSIST, IAR and Commons Mobile will begin a phased approach for requiring the use of two-factor authentication for user accounts. Protect your account

Contact SPARC

Sponsored Programs and Research Compliance

Phone: (910) 962-3810
Fax: (910) 962-4011

UNCW-SPARC
601 S. College Rd.
Wilmington, N.C. 28403-5973

8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

Located in the Administrative Annex, 622 MacMillan Ave.

SPARC Virtual Office Hours offered Tues-Thurs from 10am to 10:50am via ZOOM! Click here to join!

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