Paper ENG 1221 Stem Cell Transformation Research, This paper is due TONIGHT BY 12:00, IF YOU CANNOT MANAGE DO NOT BID

Prof. Siegel
ENG 122
Essay #3 – Grant Proposal
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Grant Proposal
The Grant Proposal is a unique type of argument essay that covers the writing process in
a  variety  of  mediums  and  across  all  types  of  fields.  Grant  Proposals  are  used  in  a  number  of
fields, so having some familiarity with the process (or at least an abridged form of the process, as
this  is)  is  a  beneficial  skill.  This  paper  will  combine  your  analysis  of  information,  critical
deduction  skills,  and  connections  you  make  between  sources  to  craft  a  persuasive  argument.
Once again, strong research skills and making connections that are not explicitly stated will be a
major  part  of  this  paper.  You  are  challenged  to  go  below  the  surface  and  use  your  own  writing
skills to create a cohesive point.
It  is  important  to  remember  that  persuasiveness  is  key  here.  What  will  you  use  to
convince  me,  the  reader,  that  your  argument  is  valid?  Emotion  can  be  a  strong  tool  if  properly
used.  Facts  and  statistics  provide  a  logical  approach  to  an  argument,  but  even  these  can  be
debated.  Whatever  tool(s)  you  use,  be  sure  to  explain  them  clearly  and  thoroughly.  Any
ambiguity harms your overall purpose. Misconstruing facts or unwarranted pleas to emotion can
also result in a weakened argument. Remember, a good argument uses facts, addresses multiple
perspectives, and is clear and consistent throughout.
The  premise  of  the  paper  is  as  follows:  As  a  member  of  a  key  organization/club  at
Brookdale  Community  College,  you  just  heard  about  a  $1  million  research  grant  in  your  field
(the  specific  field  of  your  paper  topic).  Your  goal  is  to  create  a  plan  of  action  explaining  your
position, your key reasoning, and how you would use the money if given the grant.
You can either do a continuation of your position paper (though this will be heavily edited
and amended) or pick an entirely new topic. The topics from which you may choose are as
follows. All topics must be approved by me:
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A National or Worldwide event of significance
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Documentary Films (global crises, documented mysteries, etc…)
Because this is a Grant Proposal, the style of your essay will be a little different. The
organization should follow this structure:
1.   Cover Letter/Needs Description
a.   This  is  essentially  your  Introduction.  In  this,  you  are  going  to  address  the  Issue,
your  position,  and  the  general  reasoning.  Your  thesis  statement  should  express
that  you  are  requesting  specific  funding  for  your  position  and  your  general
reasoning why. This gets single spaced and should only be 1 page.
2.   Your Proposal
a.   This  is  the  meat  of  your  Grant  Proposal.  Mainly,  you  are  describing  what  the
money will be used for. This is where you should synthesize sources, demonstrate
critical thinking in both the short and long term (prognosticate), and explain why
and how the money will help your position. Lay out your plan for the future here.
Be  sure  to  expand  on  where  the  funding  will  go  and  why  this  is  necessary  and
beneficial.  For  example:  Will  you  be  researching/developing  a  new  technology?