Navigating the complexities of post-award grant management can be challenging for both grant recipients and administrators. This webinar will provide a clear understanding of post-award allowability requirements, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and non-governmental funding policies while maximizing the impact of grant funds.

Our projects frequently include collaborations with others. These collaborations can vary in the level of involvement and face-to-face engagement. While we may be adept at navigating these partnerships when the other entity is another US-based institution of higher education, what do we need to consider when we collaborate with other types of entities? What might differ in our approach? Using a scientific example as our guide, we will develop a thorough approach to collaborations that helps us develop a plan for success. We will talk through various aspects of potential collaborations, the related things to keep in mind, and potential questions to ask. For example, will the collaborator need to be on our campus, will they need access to our systems, are they subject to the single audit requirements? This session focuses on the questions to ask to get a full picture of the involvement of the collaborator. In some cases, we will have tried-and-true methods to share, but in others, we aim to help participants develop an approach for decisions that rely more on institutional policies and risk tolerance.

As federal funding policies continue to evolve, institutions managing service centers must proactively adapt to potential reductions in research funding and shifting cost recovery limitations. This session explores the financial and operational complexities of service center management, focusing on advanced cost analysis, rate setting strategies, external user pricing, and compliance with federal guidelines. With ongoing discussions surrounding limitations on indirect cost recovery—such as the recently proposed 15% cap at NIH—institutions face increased pressure to maximize cost recovery while ensuring compliance. This session will examine strategies for optimizing service center operations, developing sustainable financial models, and leveraging alternative revenue sources. Through real-world case studies and interactive discussions, participants will learn how to align their service center structures with institutional priorities while navigating federal cost principles, financial sustainability, and external audit expectations.

In this webinar, we'll explore the critical role that departmental research administrators play in the management and reporting of sponsored projects. Attendees will gain insight into how they can best support the lifecycle of research grants and contracts, including overall project management, timeline tracking, and compliance with reporting and terms. We will discuss tools and strategies that research administrators can use to support Principal Investigators (PIs) in understanding award obligations and ensuring successful project execution. Key topics will include navigating award terms and reporting requirements, managing deadlines, and working with central offices, funding agencies, and other key internal stakeholders.

From idea to reality: The bridge from proposal submission to project management is an important transition. This session delves into the best practices necessary to set awards on a path to post-award success. While the excitement of winning can feel rewarding, it signals the kickoff of long-haul award management. Diligent attention, management, and communication can ensure the project adheres to sponsor and institutional guidelines. This session promises to be an invaluable resource for research administrators, project managers, and researchers, providing attendees with the real-world tools and knowledge necessary to transition their projects from proposal to post-award.

Ever wondered what export controls are? Have you seen a grant or contract term referencing EAR, ITAR or OFAC and didn’t know what that meant? We (2 export control professionals) will give you the fundamentals and the tools to recognize export control concerns in the grants life cycle. We’ll explain the basics behind the regulations and walk through red flags that further analysis by a knowledgeable export controls resource is likely warranted. Lastly, the webinar will describe a few hypothetical case studies that we’ll break down.

The pandemic temporarily halted travel on sponsored awards, but now researchers are resuming their global journeys for the sake of research! Come and join us for a session on federal travel regulations, where we will cover the rules for Fly America, Open Skies, per diem, combining personal and business travel, and more!

The term “Research Compliance” has become an integral part of research management vocabulary. Research compliance requirements cover a myriad of federal, state, local, and international regulatory and ethical rules and standards as well as institutional and funder policies that govern the entire life cycle of a research project. A successful compliance program is made stronger and more effective when the compliance requirements are seen as a “shared responsibility” where all individuals involved life cycle of a research project (i.e., the inception of the project; proposal preparation and submittal; acceptance and management of the awards; the conduct of the research and reporting of its finding; and close-out), clearly understand their role and the importance “doing the right thing” to ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical requirements seamlessly. To navigate this ever-changing environment, it is important for institutions to focus on developing a “culture of compliance” by creating an organizational environment where following regulatory and ethical obligations is a highly valued expectation. In this webinar we will discuss this concept in greater detail and discuss practical ideas on how to achieve a true “Culture of Compliance”.

Academic institutions are committed to maintaining openness and inclusivity in research, whether the collaboration is across campus, the region, or the globe. Institutions must uphold their missions while navigating a changing regulatory landscape and foster due diligence in international activities to mitigate risks and promote principled collaborations. This workshop will provide the latest information on NSPM-33 and relevant CHIPS Act research security requirements. It will offer attendees the opportunity to engage with each other on strategies for preparing for and implementing a research security program. University-wide awareness and engagement are critical for developing an effective program. Workshop leads will discuss how they have garnered institutional support for creating or updating university policy and processes in preparation for meeting NSPM-33 standards and elicit successful strategies from participants. Lastly, panelists and attendees will work in small groups and report out key strategic developments, investments, and resources that their respective universities have made.

This workshop provides a primary basis of understanding of proposals to and awards from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The program is perfect for someone new to research administration, as well as for research administrators seeking to expand their knowledge of federal funding agencies. The curriculum provides an overview of the policies and procedures essential to preparing successful proposals to and managing grant awards from NSF.

This workshop provides a primary basis of understanding of applications to and awards from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This workshop will give you the basics and we will walk you through the grants process, and give you an overview of key resources and websites you will need to be successful. The program is perfect for someone new to Research Administration, as well as for Research Administrators seeking to expand their knowledge of NIH. The curriculum provides an overview of the policies and procedures essential to preparing successful applications to and managing grant awards from the NIH.