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With an in-depth focus on writing with substance, clarity, and conviction, this comprehensive resource takes the reader step-by-step through the entire process of writing and submitting a successful proposal. Written by preeminent authors and educators with extensive experience in teaching proposal and grant writing to nurses and other health care professionals, the book covers the creation of proposals for dissertations, capstone projects, research funding, fellowships and career development awards, as well as for education, translation, evidence-based practice, and demonstration projects. Using a clear, commonsense approach, it delineates the foundations and underlying structure of a well-written proposal and then focuses on the specific elements required for each different type of proposal.