The proposal has to be in this order:
a: title page
B: summary-a brief synopsis of the proposed project including the rationale for the proposed research,statement of specific sims and objectives, the experimental approaches length:1/2 page
C:Specific Aims-Provide a clear and concise point by point summary of the aims of the research proposed length- 1/2 page
D: Background and significance- explain the background information to understand the proposed project and its significance in relation to long term research objectives.Include a critical evaluation of existing knowledge and should identify forward progress that the project is intended to provide. Length 5-6 pgs at least 10 references
E: experimental design and methods
Discuss in detail the experimental design and procedures that will be used to accomplish the specific sims of the project. Describe protocols used and provide at tentative timetable for the investigation. Discuss any new methods and their advantage over existing methodologies. Discuss difficulties and/or limitations length: 2-3 pages at least 3 references
F: references-list all references cited in the text