Research Notes
March 2021
Melvin Rogers, associate professor of political science at Brown, is the co-editor of the new "African American Political Thought: A Collected History,“ a textbook chronicling the societal contributions of 30 prominent Black American intellectuals. Read more.
Salomon, Seed Awardees Announced
2021 Salomon Awardees Announced
OVPR is pleased to announce the 16 winners of 2021 Salomon awards. Designed to recognize excellence in scholarship, the Richard B. Salomon Faculty Research Awards fund exceptional faculty research projects. Read about the projects here.
2021 Seed Awardees Announced
OVPR is pleased to announce the 18 winners of its 2021 Seed Awards, which advance research through new directions and collaborations, and boost potential for subsequent external funding. Read about the newly funded projects here.
Research Opportunities in Europe webinar event
Dr. Mary Kavanagh, Minister-Counselor for Research & Innovation of the Delegation of the EU to the USA will present information on European research and innovation priorities and transatlantic cooperation opportunities. All are welcome.
Research Development and Grant Writing Newsletter
This newsletter offers strategies on how to compete successfully for research funding and highlights new funding opportunities. Catch up on past issues here.
THE NEXT LEVEL: Funding Opportunities for Graduate Students, Postdocs
This resource from ORD and the Office of Corporate & Foundation Relations is a collection of potential funding opportunities designed to aid graduate students and postdocs in the pursuit of their academic, research, and career goals.
Office of Sponsored Projects
Post-award Disclosure of Support, In-Kind Contribution Information to NSF
If a PI on an active NSF grant did not disclose support or in-kind contribution information, OSP/BMRA must submit it within 30 calendar days of when non-disclosure is identified. Contact a Pre-Award OSP staff member with questions.
United Kingdom No Longer Part of Open Skies Agreement
Effective January 1, 2021, the United Kingdom is no longer a part of the European Union (EU). Therefore, the Open Skies Agreement with EU countries no longer applies to the United Kingdom.
eRA Reminder: Switch Early to the New Secure Two-Factor Authentication
Users of eRA Commons, ASSIST, Internet Assisted Review (IAR) and Commons Mobile are encouraged to begin switching to the new two-factor authentication login method required to access eRA modules before the September 15 deadline.
Save the Virtual Date for the Brown Bag Training
Our next OSP Quarterly Brown Bag session will be held on Thursday, March 25, 2021 from 2pm to 4pm. This Brown Bag will be virtual and a link to join the meeting will be sent out a day or so before. Everyone is welcome.
FY22 Updated Fringe Benefit Rates
Our federal Cognizant Agency DHHS has approved new employee fringe benefit rates. Please see the updated Institutional Fact and Reference Documents page at this link.
Streaming Now: More Patent Awards and Disclosures to Brown
Last month, Brown was awarded three new patents for work in batteries, three-dimensional computation, and nano-materials. Also, with 54 disclosures before the third quarter was out, we passed the total for the entire previous year. Read more.
A Year Later, Brown’s Contributions to COVID Solutions
Looking back a year since COVID 19 hit the US—we see Brown inventors who pivoted to find ways to address the pandemic. Our blog shares two stories: a ventilator (Brun02) and nanomaterials that can be used in PPE, air purifiers.
Office of Research Integrity
NHGRI Metadata and Phenotypic Data Sharing Expectations Starting in June, NHGRI will require all projects subject to its existing data sharing policies to share metadata and phenotypic data associated with the study, and use standardized data collection protocols and standardized notation for metadata.
Shipping Research Materials Abroad
Sending research materials to collaborators abroad may require an export license. You must ensure shipments comply with export control regulations, as well as shipping policies and regulations. Questions? Contact ORI’s Export Control Team.
Virtual engagements with Iran
If invited to give a virtual talk, participate in virtual seminars or conferences in Iran or another comprehensively embargoed country, a license from the Office of Foreign Assets Control may be required. Contact ORI for a review of activity or with questions.
IACUC Policies Updated and Approved
The following policies/SOPs have been recently updated and approved: Aseptic Technique for USDA Covered Species; Assigning Pain and Distress Categories. All IACUC policies can be found here.
Human Subjects Research Data Use Agreements
If you’re receiving identifiable or private data from an outside party for human subjects research, or share such data with a third party, review ORI's comprehensive guidance document outlining data use agreement processes.
HRPP/IRB Q&A Sessions featuring CIS
Have questions about human subjects research, associated software and data security? The HRPP/IRB is teaming up with Computing & Information Services for March virtual open hours. RSVPs will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Updated IRB Consent Addendum The MRI Research Facility Informed Consent Addendum has been updated to provide important information about MRI scans and safety procedures. All new studies proposing to use Brown's MRI Facility must use this document.
Updated IRB Policy: Education & Training
The updated IRB Policy on Education and Training in the Conduct of Human Subjects Research defines the required education and training requirements for all involved in the conduct of human subjects research activities.
Updated IRB Policy: Participant Recruitment
The Policy on the Recruitment of Human Subjects Research Participants describes the expectations and responsibilities of research personnel regarding the equitable recruitment of human subjects.
Meeting Dates & Submission Deadlines
Welcome New RAIS Member
RAIS is pleased to announce the addition of Angela McDonnell as a Research Services Business Analyst. Angela joins Brown after several years of experience in employer benefits and management of pharmaceutical systems.
Environmental Justice Small Grants (EJSG) Program
The EPA seeks projects focusing on COVID-19 impacts and climate and disaster resiliency to empower communities to better understand environmental and public health issues and to identify ways to address these issues at the local level.
Limited Submission Funding Opportunities
Limited Submissions require institutional nomination or endorsement from Brown. Interested? See the featured funding database of searchable limited submission opportunities here.
NEH Summer Stipends Webinar
On Wednesday, April 14 from 2-3 pm ET, NEH will be offering a webinar for administrators and prospective applicants about the NEH Summer Stipends program, a limited submission opportunity. This event will be recorded.
NIH Federal Updates
Criteria for Applications Submitted for NIH Support for Scientific Conference
Applications for conference grants now require a diversity plan. A recent Guide Notice announced that reviewers will be asked to evaluate the plan and factor it into the overall impact score.
Childcare Costs for National Research Service Award (NRSA) Individual Fellow
To support family-friendly work environments for the NIH-supported workforce, NIH will begin providing childcare support to recipients of NRSA fellowships on or after April 8, 2021.
All About Grants Podcast: Considerations for a Research Plan
A duo of NIH program officers, Drs. Lillian Kuo from the NCI and Kentner Singleton from the NIAID, share their advice and experience on developing a research plan for a grant application.
CONFERENCES & TRAININGS
13th Annual NORDP Research Development Conference
Registration is now open for the 2021 NORDP annual conference, being held virtually May 3-6. Join for valuable programming and interactions. Please contact Northeast Member Services Regional Representative Kate Duggan with questions.
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