Process for Engagement
MIDB provides cutting-edge research support led by experts from diverse disciplines united by a shared focus on advancing brain health. Investigators gain access to advanced methodologies, state-of-the-art equipment, and specialized facilities. Support is tailored to each project’s needs across three key service areas:
- Consultation – Expert guidance on study design, methodology, and analysis
- Personnel training – Hands-on training for research staff in assessment administration, data collection and processing, and use of MIDB equipment
- Direct project execution – MIDB staff provide direct support for data collection, management, processing, and analysis
Investigators* interested in engaging MIDB service hubs, utilizing MIDB lab or research space, or recruiting from the MIDB clinic are encouraged to follow our engagement process, which begins with submitting a Request for Service Form
Please note that all projects are subject to resource/personnel availability.
*Investigators from the Department of Neurology seeking support from the Analytics Hub should complete this form for unfunded projects that need data analysis for manuscripts/posters/abstracts. Data analysis for funded projects and for grant submission support requests, please use the Request for Service Form above.
Engagement Process
Investigator completes the Request for Service Form six to eight weeks prior to grant submission or project kickoff.
MIDB reviews the request, assigns a project manager, and contacts the investigator within seven days of the request.
The investigator meetings with the applicable hub personnel to determine project needs and effort within two weeks of the request.
A statement of work is crafted by the project manager and approved by the investigator within two weeks of the technical meeting.
Deliverables are carried out as outlined in the scope of work, with oversight from the project manager.
Types of Requests We Support
Pre-Award Support
For help preparing a grant proposal
We assist with early-stage planning to strengthen your application. Support may include:
- Study design and methodology consultation
- Providing template language for grant documents
- Power analyses and sample size justification
- Budget justification for including hub personnel
If extensive support is needed for the proposal, we recommend completing the RFS form with more notice than the 6-8 week guidance.
Post-Award Support
For executing a funded project
Once your project is funded, we help you carry out planned activities, including:
- Implementation of data collection and analysis
- Ongoing methodological support
- Coordination with hub personnel
Space & Equipment Use
For accessing MIDB research infrastructure
Request use of MIDB space or equipment, without the need for support from MIDB personnel. Ideal for study teams already equipped with the skill sets for independent data collection.
Space and equipment use requests will be processed on an expedited timeline as the engagement steps of ‘technical meeting’ and ‘statement of work’ may not be required.
Pilot Data
For generating preliminary data for future grants
Each service hub offers limited pro bono support to help collect pilot data for:
- New grant applications
- Feasibility testing
- Exploratory analyses
Connect With Us
Office hours
Analytics Hub: Fridays from 1:30-2:30 p.m. virtually
TeleOutreach Hub: To be determined
Have questions before submitting the Request for Service Form?
Contact the research administration team to schedule a meeting—we're happy to walk you through the process.
Not sure if MIDB is the right fit for your project?
Submit a Request for Service Form and we'll follow up to explore how we can support your research goals.