The document summarizes a presentation delivered by David Kennedy at a June 2015 COGR meeting in Washington, DC, focusing on current issues and updates related to research costing policies. Key topics discussed include the integration of cloud computing into costing practices, management of Facilities & Administrative (F&A) costs, and compliance with the new Uniform Guidance regulations. The presentation addressed ongoing challenges such as the NIH subaccounting process, the 120-day closeout requirement, and Postaward Management System (PMS) uncertainties, highlighting both potential risks and opportunities for research administrators. Additionally, strategies for improving compensation documentation and advancing institutional compliance were explored. The session featured insights from a panel of experienced research finance and compliance leaders from prominent universities, reflecting a collaborative effort to share best practices and navigate evolving government regulations in research administration.
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