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Including preliminary data
Read the instructions to see if you are permitted to include preliminary data. Figures can take up a lot of space so
you may want to think about only including figures that make a particular point, or perhaps consider not including
them. It's also good to include only promising data and to leave inconclusive data out. Be sure to discuss any data
presented in the text and the reason for its inclusion.
It's a good idea to read the grant application carefully and follow the guidelines. You can refer back to this section
regularly as you write your application if you need guidance. It sounds simple, but double check your work to make
sure you are answering the questions being asked in each section. Keep in mind to refer to published work enough
to make your case, but not too much. Lastly, be sure to include preliminary data if it supports your proposal and
describe it clearly.
Quick style tips
• Place text and related data close together so it's easy to glance back and forth
between the two
• Embed figures or tables into the text and wrap text around them to save space
