Grant Writing Made Clear with Dr. Trenette

Episode 20 (Video): Research Without Borders — A Conversation with Dr. Rain Masa (Part 1)

Dr. Trenette Season 1 Episode 20

Grant Writing Made Clear

In this exciting first part of a two-part series, I sit down with my colleague, Dr. Rain Masa, an NIH-funded global researcher whose work focuses on HIV prevention around the world. This episode offers a rare and personal peek into the journey of an academic who bridges continents, communities, and causes.

Dr. Rain and I talk about his path into global research, how he navigated funding opportunities early in his career, and the moments that shaped his passion for impact. It’s an inspiring, informative, and fun conversation that you're sure to enjoy.

In Part 1, you’ll learn:

  • How Dr. Rain learned how to write strong grant applications
  • Tips for early-career researchers 
  • What it’s really like to lead NIH-funded studies across borders

🎧 Don’t miss Part 2 (Episode 21) next week where we dive deeper into grant strategies, lessons learned from rejections, and Dr. Rain’s advice for staying grounded and purpose-driven in this work.

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