Event Materials
February 25-26, 2016 Meeting Agenda
The document outlines the agenda for the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) meeting to be held at the Washington Marriott Hotel on February 25-26, 2016, and provides logistical details regarding registration, accommodation, and cancellations. The meeting spans two days and includes a variety of sessions centered on current regulatory, compliance, and policy challenges facing research institu
June 4-5, 2015 Meeting Agenda
The June 2015 Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) meeting agenda outlines a comprehensive program addressing key issues at the intersection of academic research and federal policy. Scheduled for June 4-5, 2015, in Washington, D.C., the meeting features sessions focused on current legislative and regulatory developments impacting research institutions. Topics include legislative proposals on p
October2016Registration Materials
The document is a formal notification and invitation from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) to representatives of participating universities regarding their upcoming meeting scheduled for October 20-21, 2016, at the Washington Marriott Georgetown Hotel in Washington, D.C. It outlines the preliminary agenda, which includes registration, topical sessions, interest group discussions, guest
FA-ThursdayAM-Oct20FULL V2
The document provides a comprehensive overview of the 2016 COGR F&A (Facilities and Administrative) survey, updates on federal indirect cost rate negotiation, and pressing issues affecting research universities. Led by a panel of experts from Vanderbilt University, Northern Arizona University, Cornell University, and Huron Consulting Group, the session highlighted survey findings on F&A ra
Lauer COGR 10 21 16
The document, "Perspectives on Extramural Research" by Dr. Michael S. Lauer, addresses systemic challenges and evolving strategies within the landscape of NIH-funded extramural research. Drawing upon reflections, published studies, and policy updates, the presentation highlights key concerns such as insufficient funding, a surplus of researchers competing for limited positions and resour
CREATE_slide_presentation_at_AUTM_conference
The document is a slide presentation prepared by legal and intellectual property professionals for the AUTM conference, focusing on the Cooperative Research and Technology Enhancement (CREATE) Act of 2004. The presentation examines the background leading to the Act, notably legal precedents such as In re Bass and Oddzon Products v. Just Toys, and amendments to the U.S. patent statutes, which colle
