The document outlines the priorities and initiatives of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) aimed at strengthening the U.S. research environment. The OSTP's mission is to ensure American leadership in science and technology by fostering discovery and innovation, developing the future workforce, and advancing national values on the global stage. The office plays a central coordinating role, working across multiple government councils and agencies to shape science and technology policy. One highlighted area of focus is improving the research setting to promote rigor, integrity, safety, inclusivity, and protection of research assets, while also addressing administrative burdens.
In alignment with the broader President’s Management Agenda, OSTP emphasizes modernizing government processes through integrated approaches involving technology, data, business process improvement, and workforce enhancement. The document particularly discusses the Results-Oriented Accountability for Grants initiative, which seeks to maximize the impact of federal grant funding by leveraging data-driven, risk-based frameworks and standardizing business processes to improve efficiency and accountability. The aim is to ensure effective stewardship of taxpayer resources, hold grant recipients accountable for outcomes, and reduce regulatory burdens where appropriate. Opportunities for engagement and additional information are provided to encourage ongoing collaboration and communication within the research and grants community.
