Event Materials
NSF National Center for Science & Engineering Statistics: Perspectives and NCSES and Data Usage: October 2021 Meeting
The document provides an overview of the NSF National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES), outlining its mandate, structure, and key survey activities, including the Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) and Research Facilities surveys. It details NCSES’s role as a primary source of statistical data on research and development (R&D), science and engineering workfor
Framework Session - Case Study and Poll Questions: October 2021 Meeting
The document presents a case study and related poll questions designed to explore institutional responses to evolving NIH and NSF disclosure requirements, especially concerning faculty affiliations and external engagements. The poll questions address whether institutions have adjusted their processes or are considering changes to comply with these disclosure mandates. Specific areas of inquiry inc
American Council on Education (ACE) Association Update - June 2021 Meeting
The document summarizes recent developments and policy priorities in U.S. higher education, with a particular focus on federal funding, legislative initiatives, and geopolitical concerns as of mid-2021. It highlights the significant financial support received by campuses and students through $77 billion in Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) allocations due to the challenges posed by th
OVERVIEW ON THE HIGHER EDUCATION EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND UNDER THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021
The document provides a detailed overview of the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) as established under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) of 2021, managed by the Office of Postsecondary Education. With a $40 billion investment, ARP represents one of the largest single allocations to higher education, aiming to address the broad adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on students and
Data Management: June 2021 Meeting
The document outlines the evolving policies and practical considerations surrounding data management and sharing in the context of U.S. federally funded research, with particular emphasis on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and institutional implementations such as Purdue University. It details the NIH’s comprehensive Data Management and Sharing Policy, effective from January 25, 2023, whic
HEERF Update—Department of Education (Part I)—June 2021 Meeting
The document provides a detailed overview of the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) as discussed in a COGR panel session on June 10, 2021, featuring perspectives from both the U.S. Department of Education and several universities. Rich Williams, representing the Department of Education, outlines the session structure and highlights ongoing discussions surrounding financial compliance a
Science & Security: An Overview and Look Ahead: June 2021 Meeting
The document provides a multi-institutional overview of the current landscape concerning science, research security, and the management of foreign influence within U.S. academic research, featuring insights from leadership at the University of Florida, University of Connecticut, University of California San Diego, and the Association of American Universities. Panelists discuss the significant fede
Science & Security: An Overview and Look Ahead: June 2021 Meeting
The document provides a thorough examination of the growing intersection between science and security, focusing on institutional strategies to address concerns about undue foreign influence and compliance with state and federal regulations. Panelists from major research universities and affiliating bodies highlight that government stakeholders are increasingly scrutinizing the affiliations, intern
NIH’s Guide Notice NOT-OD-21-073: Institutional Perspective: June 2021 Meeting
The document provides an in-depth overview of the institutional considerations and practical approaches to implementing the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Guide Notice NOT-OD-21-073, which outlines NIH policies related to reporting of Other Support, financial conflicts of interest, and foreign components in research. Moderated by Kristin West, with panelists from Columbia University, Yale Uni
SAM.Gov QA COGR Webinar
The document summarizes key information and responses from a March 16, 2021, U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) webinar, held in collaboration with the Council on Government Relations, regarding the upcoming integration of SAM.gov and beta.SAM.gov. The integration, scheduled for May 24, 2021, aims to streamline federal award and entity registration systems by consolidating them into a unif
