The Indirect Costs Subject Matter Experts (SME) Team is a distinguished group composed of leaders and experts from diverse sectors closely connected to research, academic administration, finance, government, and the private sector. Chaired by Kelvin Droegemeier, a prominent academic and former White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director, the team includes senior research executives from major U.S. universities, leaders from academic medical centers, key finance and operations officers, as well as representatives from independent research institutes, the private sector, and foundations. The team also benefits from input provided by former high-level government officials with deep experience in grants management and federal research policy, as well as individuals responsible for university government relations and experienced principal investigators.
The support staff underpinning the SME Team includes professionals from national associations focused on research policy and compliance. The group's composition ensures a comprehensive perspective on issues surrounding the management and allocation of indirect research costs, incorporating academic, operational, governmental, and practical viewpoints. The document concludes with an open invitation for questions or feedback, indicating a collaborative and inclusive approach to this initiative.
