The purpose of this presentation is to assist novice researchers, DNP students and graduates, and advanced practice nurses to begin the development of a research study or clinical outcome project proposal. Participants discuss the steps involved in developing an answerable and clearly stated evidence-based question related to older adults using PICO format, and also the steps involved in moving their PICO question into a realistic and doable study/project. The session includes instructional lecture and small group work with an experienced researcher or evaluator facilitating discussion and individual study/project development.