Event Materials
Great Minds: Brainstorming & Benchmarking with COGR Member Institutions: June 2024
The document outlines the agenda and discussion themes for the "Great Minds: Brainstorming & Benchmarking" session held COGR on June 6, 2024. Moderated by key COGR directors and committee chairs from prominent research institutions, the session provides a collaborative platform for member institutions to discuss compliance, policy implementation, and operational challenges related to research
Institutional Discussion on OSTP’s Recent Report on DURC – Implications & Implementation : June 2024 Meeting
The document provides an overview and institutional discussion on the recent U.S. government policy overhaul regarding Dual Use Research of Concern (DURC) and Pathogens with Enhanced Pandemic Potential (PEPP), as detailed in the May 2024 Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) report. This new federal policy aims to unify and broaden oversight of federally funded biological research that co
NSF & Foreign Gift Reporting Requirements: June 2024 Meeting
The document outlines recent updates to the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) research security policies, with a focus on implementing a transparent and risk-based approach to safeguarding research, particularly in areas with potential national security implications, as mandated by the CHIPS and Science Act and recent appropriations reports. It details the NSF’s phased introduction of the TRUST
NIH Latest Updates—June 2024 Meeting
The document provides updates from the NIH Office of Policy for Extramural Research Administration, focusing on data management and sharing, grant closeout procedures, and research security/disclosure requirements. Key highlights include ongoing efforts to revise NIH Data Management and Sharing (DMS) Plan templates based on feedback from both researchers and program officials, with particular atte
June 2024 Meeting Agenda
The June 6-7, 2024 meeting of the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) in Washington D.C. convenes senior research administration and compliance professionals from member institutions to discuss a range of pressing issues affecting research policy and compliance. The agenda includes sessions on new National Science Foundation (NSF) requirements for foreign gift reporting and research security
Second Look: Final OMB Guidance on FFA
The document provides a comprehensive review of the latest Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance, focusing particularly on the revisions released in April 2024 and their implications for institutions engaged in federally funded research and financial assistance. The presentation, led by experts from several prominent universities and the Council on Governm
A Second Look at the Final OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance – Webinar Poll Results
The document presents the results of a webinar conducted on May 15, 2024, which surveyed participants on their familiarity and perspectives regarding the final OMB guidance for federal financial assistance. The poll addressed topics such as the extent of participants’ review, equipment capitalization thresholds, institutional implementation strategies, and primary office leadership, collecting res
Committee Reports (February 2024 Virtual Meeting)
The document provides a comprehensive overview of the activities and updates shared during the COGR Virtual Meeting held from February 27 to March 1, 2024. Key highlights include a detailed description of the Golden Goose Award, which celebrates federally funded basic scientific research that has led to significant, often unforeseen societal impacts. The award process, high-profile honorees, and n
Federal March In Provisions & NIST Draft Framework: February 2024 Meeting
COGR's virtual meeting held from February 27 to March 1, 2024, featured expert discussions on federal policies affecting university technology transfer, focusing particularly on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) draft framework regarding march-in rights under the Bayh-Dole Act. The draft framework proposes using the pricing of commercial goods and services as a criterion fo
SAM Registration Process – Challenges & Tips : February 2024 Meeting
The COGR Virtual Meeting held February 27 to March 1, 2024, included a session focused on the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) entity registration process, presented by Ivana Henry from the U.S. General Services Administration and moderated by Krystal Toups of CGA (COGR). The presentation provided a comprehensive overview of SAM.gov, the officially managed platform for organizations aiming to
