Dr. Daniel – Consultant, Strategist, and NSF Grant Writer
Dr. Daniel is a former NSF Insider, a distinguished biologist, oceanographer, and federal executive with more than two decades of experience spanning academia, government, and conservation non-profits. Leveraging his particular NSF insider perspective, he helps scientists and entrepreneurs seeking support for their work develop successful strategies and write compelling proposals.
Services:
- Scientific Writing, Manuscript Preparation, and Editing
- Strategic Analysis and Planning
- NSF Grant Writing including other institutes
- Site Review Planning and Facilitation
- Development of Proposals for Private Foundations
- Slide Deck Preparation/Review
- Basic Research
- Website Design and Content
Experience:
Dr. Daniel is widely recognized for his leadership in ocean science, marine ecology, conservation biology research, and federal program management. Dr. Daniel served in various leadership roles at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), including as Deputy Division Director for both the Division of Ocean Sciences and the Division of Research, Innovation, Synergies, and Education. Additionally, he led the Biological Oceanography Program and cross-agency programs such as the Long-Term Ecological Research Program and several of NSF’s DEI initiatives. In these roles, he oversaw large award portfolios, mentored scientists on the federal funding process, supervised teams of Ph.D.-level program directors, and spearheaded major initiatives in basic, interdisciplinary, and use-inspired science.
While Dr. Daniel can consult on a wide spectrum of NSF areas of interest for our clients, Dr. Daniel brings especially deep scientific expertise as an NSF Grant Writer in the fields of marine ecology, climate change biology, and evolutionary biology, supported by an active research record that includes over 45 peer-reviewed publications and multiple collaborative grants. Dr. Daniel earned his Ph.D. in Ecology from the University of Georgia and holds a B.S. in Zoology and Environmental Biology from Michigan State University. He has conducted field research in polar, tropical, and deep-sea environments, and previously held faculty appointments at Bowdoin College and Auburn University. As a conservation scientist with Defenders of Wildlife, he advised campaigns on endangered species, marine fisheries, and wildlife trafficking.
Today, Dr. Daniel is a highly sought-after NSF Grant Writer, known for his ability to translate insider knowledge into successful strategies for grant applicants across disciplines. Whether advising early-career researchers or seasoned investigators, he helps clients maximize their competitiveness through his unique insights as a former NSF decision-maker.
Clients value Dr. Daniel not only for his scientific credentials but for his clarity, rigor, and strategic thinking as an NSF Grant Writer committed to elevating every proposal he supports.
To work with Dr. Daniel, please visit our quote page and request him in the description area.