Join us for the February RAS Coffee club where we will attempt to demystify the world of Cost Sharing! As the Cost Sharing Subcommittee is wrapping up the review and revision of the University  policy and accompanying procedures manual we’d like to hear from you! What do you find most confusing about Cost Sharing? When is Cost Sharing considered a requirement of the sponsors vs. a voluntary contribution? We will be joined by  Min Xiao, Manager of Sponsored Compliance and Outreach, on February 7 to help answer questions such as these as well as have a...

Save the Date...February 10, 9:30-11:00 AM
LMA Joint Research Administrators Open Forum
Washington/Federal Update
 

Kevin Casey
Associate Vice President for Public Affairs and Communications
Jon Groteboer
Director Federal Relations, Office of Federal Relations
Harvard University

Friday, February 10, 2017
9:30 - 11:00 AM
HMS: Armenise Amphitheater
Hosted by HMS and SPH
 

It's that time of year again! On January 30 the revisions to the new NSF PAPPG go into effect.  RAS is preparing new templates and checklists to accommodate the changes for proposal preparation. Many of the significant changes and clarifications contained in the new PAPPG were discussed at the December RAS Friday. Jennifer Lech, Sponsored Research Officer for FAS will provide a quick overview of these changes and respond to any questions you may have.

 While we are on the subject of resources for proposal preparation and grant...

Once a sponsored award is in place and spending begins, you may encounter questions from your PI about making arrangements to pay or work with another institution, corporate entity or individual.  How can you help make sure that your PI has access to everything s/he needs to accomplish the project, and that his or her rights and products are protected? How do you know when to use an MOU, a DUA, or a vendor or billing agreement? Not sure whether to contact OSP, OGC or OTD? This month's coffee club will focus on assisting departments with (a) identifying agreements, (b) routing those...

Cambridge In-Person Course
 

The in-person Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) course is open to all Harvard-affiliated individuals and offered in Cambridge two times a year-- January, and August. RCR is a highly recommended “best practices” course for those desiring to deepen their knowledge of ethical research and responsible conduct. It is also an excellent professional opportunity for anyone interested in furthering a career in research. This particular course is not mandatory. However, it does fulfill the National...

Cambridge In-Person Course
 

The in-person Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) course is open to all Harvard-affiliated individuals and offered in Cambridge two times a year-- January, and August. RCR is a highly recommended “best practices” course for those desiring to deepen their knowledge of ethical research and responsible conduct. It is also an excellent professional opportunity for anyone interested in furthering a career in research. This particular course is not mandatory. However, it does fulfill the National Science Foundation (NSF...

Cambridge In-Person Course
 

The in-person Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) course is open to all Harvard-affiliated individuals and offered in Cambridge two times a year-- January, and August. RCR is a highly recommended “best practices” course for those desiring to deepen their knowledge of ethical research and responsible conduct. It is also an excellent professional opportunity for anyone interested in furthering a career in research. This particular course is not mandatory. However, it does fulfill the National...

OBI Grants Management Reporting – Sharing Customizations & Tips

Hopefully by now, you’ve had a chance to attend an OBI Grants Management training and have been using the system regularly are ready to share your favorite reports! Come join us on Tuesday, October 4th in the Northwest Building for coffee and share...

Please join us for RAS Fridays this week on May, 19th. Below are the topics and speakers. Please find the attached agenda for full details. Breakfast will be provided, so don't forget to arrive a few minutes early to grab food and refreshments.

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Please join us for RAS Fridays this week on October, 21st. Below are the topics and speakers. Please find the attached agenda for full details.

• Welcome/ Introduction of New Attendees - Pat Fitzgerald
• Post Doc. Salary Increase - Stephen Kargere and Kwok Yu
• IRB Update on Undergraduate Initiated Research Activities - Shannon Sewards
• Federal Demonstration Partnership (FDP) Update - Webb Brightwell

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