The document outlines the agenda and logistics for the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) meeting scheduled for February 22-23, 2018 at the Washington Marriott Hotel. It provides detailed information on hotel reservations, registration protocols, and refund policies, emphasizing the requirement for timely action to secure accommodations and refunds. The event's agenda features a series of sessions and panel discussions addressing current and significant issues pertinent to governmental relations in higher education and research.
On the first day, sessions will address the complex federal environment on topics such as the research budget, immigration reform, free speech on campus, and tax reform. A notable panel will explore regulatory and legislative aspects of industrial hemp and medical marijuana research, with perspectives from both federal and state levels. Additionally, updates will be provided on audit practices from the National Science Foundation's Office of Inspector General and on the Common Rule from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The program also includes committee reports and opportunities for member engagement. The second day will feature a keynote by Dr. Jeannette Wing on the intersection of data science and university-industry-government collaboration, an update on research impact metrics from IRIS, and a summary of the latest Science and Engineering Indicators report from the National Science Board. The meeting is designed to facilitate informed discussion among research administrators and stakeholders, emphasizing recent legislative, regulatory, and scientific developments affecting the research community.
