Use keywords to direct your application to the most appropriate study section. Assignment of a study section is an important aspect of the peer review process. No justification provided. Costs are inappropriate. Large equipment requests in the final year of the project.
Budget exceeds the allowable period.
Use of consultants with no clear role in the project. Using an expert as the PI or co-PI with no clear role in the project. Be sure that the costs are accurate and fully justified. Contact the OSP and ask for guidance. Most principal investigators and offices of sponsored programs are pleased to provide a few minutes of assistance to a new investigator.