Author: Ashley Myers
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New Annual Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program Certification for PIs/co-PIs – Item for Newsletter
*This letter is shared on behalf of the NSF Office of the Chief of Research Security Strategy and Policy* Dear Colleague, The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is providing this correspondence to inform organizations, and Authorized Organizational Representatives, of a new annual certification requirement for Principal Investigators (PIs) and co-Principal Investigators (co-PIs) regarding Malign Foreign…
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Federal Changes to Award Drawdown and Closeout Processes
*This letter is shared on behalf of Research Grants & Contracts* Dear Colleagues, Recent federal directives have introduced significant changes to the processes for drawing down funds and closing out awards. These updates affect all federally funded awards and require immediate attention to ensure compliance. Drawdown of Federal Funds Historically, drawdowns were processed based on…
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TIPS for Successful Grant-Funded Purchases
Authors: Emory Procurement Team Whether you’re making a small purchase or negotiating a multi-year contract, planning and compliance are key when using grant funds. Thoughtful preparation not only avoids unexpected costs and regulatory issues—it also helps secure future funding and provides safeguards for both your department and the university. Here are some essential tips and…
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Emory University’s Division of Animal Resources: A Remarkable Response to Challenging Conditions
Author: Dr. April Carswell, Chief of Staff, (ORA) At Emory University, we take immense pride in the dedicated professionals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to support our research efforts. One such team, the Division of Animal Resources (DAR), led by the exemplary Dr. Deborah Mook, has demonstrated outstanding commitment and resilience in the face…
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Environmental Health and Safety Office Updates (February 2025)
Authors: Kalpana Rengarajan, PhD & Rashida Moore DVM DCLAM The Environmental Health and Safety Office (EHSO) is working on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and National Institute of Health (NIH) driven initiatives including downgrading of biocontainment requirements for SARS CoV-2 work and new guidelines for Dual Use Research of Concern. Also included is…
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NIH Implementation of Changes to Uniform Guidance – Impact to Emory University
Authors: Holly Sommers (OSP), Edwin Bemmel (RGC), & James Goff (Cost Studies) In January 2025, NIH released its notice (NOT-OD-25-059) describing plans for implementation of the Uniform Administrative Requirements for Federal Financial Assistance (2 CFR 200), generally referred to as the Uniform Guidance or UG. A summary of NIH’s specific implementation plans and their impact…
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Refund Business Process Change
Authors: Edwin Bemmel, AVP, (RGC) & Patrick Amihere, Associate Director, Closeout, (RGC) As part of RGC’s commitment to effectively and timely manage refund submissions to our sponsors, we are changing the refund business process. This change will improve efficiency and outcomes, enhance collaboration, and facilitate compliance with Award management. What is Changing? Effective March 03,…
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New eNOA Distribution Process
Authors: Edwin Bemmel, AVP, (RGC) & Jumionne Tiako, Director, Post-Award Setup/Close, (RGC) We are thrilled to announce improvements to the distribution of our electronic Notice of Award (eNOA) designed to enhance transparency, streamline processes, and provide faster, greater efficiency for our faculty. What’s New As of August 15, 2024, eNOAs are now sent directly to…
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Enjoy Faster Processing Times with OTT’s Outgoing Low-Risk DUAs Process
Author: Asher Alt, Marketing Specialist, (OTT) Most outgoing data use agreements (DUAs) leaving Emory are classified as low-risk. To streamline and expedite their processing times, OTT implemented a new strategy earlier this year: giving Emory PIs and research teams control of executing these types of contracts. This is a win-win for everyone: More control for…