Event Materials
June 2023 Attendee List
The document presents a comprehensive attendee list for an event held on June 8-9, 2023, organized by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), as indicated by the consistent branding and contact information throughout. The compilation features a diverse array of professionals in research administration, compliance, policy, finance, and sponsored programs from a substantial number of prominent
The COGR 2023 F&A Survey Preliminary Results: June 2023 Meeting
The COGR 2023 F&A Survey provides a comprehensive overview of current practices, trends, and challenges related to Facilities and Administrative (F&A) cost rates at U.S. research institutions. Conducted between January and April 2023 with 119 respondents, the survey serves as both a benchmarking tool and an advocacy resource. Its findings reveal a diverse respondent profile, predominantly
NIH Data Management and Sharing: Six Months In - June 2023 Meeting
The document summarizes the progress and key discussions on the implementation of the NIH Data Management and Sharing (DMS) Policy six months after its rollout, as presented during a June 2023 meeting of the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR). The meeting, featuring speakers from leading research institutions and the NIH, highlighted the collaborative, community-based effort between institut
Hot Topics in Cybersecurity: June 2023 Meeting
The document provides a comprehensive overview of current key issues and developments in cybersecurity as they pertain to higher education and federal contracting environments. It summarizes presentations from experts such as Kimberly Milford and Jarret Cummings, who outline the evolution and present state of federal requirements for safeguarding sensitive but unclassified information, particularl
Addressing Researchers' Personal Financial & Institutional Conflicts of Interest: June 2023 Meeting
The document presents a focused discussion on addressing personal financial and institutional conflicts of interest (COI) within academic research environments, featuring case studies and regulatory considerations. Led by experts from Penn State University, UC San Francisco, and UT Southwestern Medical Center, the presentation reviews the recent COGR (Council on Governmental Relations) publication
Legislative Update: March 2023 Meeting
The Legislative Update presented on March 3, 2023, offered an in-depth overview of key congressional committees and leadership relevant to science, research, and higher education policy, as well as an outlook on legislative and budgetary developments impacting these areas. The session emphasized the ongoing focus in Congress on research security, particularly concerning foreign influence—a topic e
Committee Report Slides February 2023 Meeting
The document presents a comprehensive update from the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), welcoming new institutional members and outlining key dates, such as upcoming board nominations, in-person meetings, and the organization's 75th anniversary celebration. Significant focus is given to the implementation of the NIH Data Management and Sharing (DMS) policy, including institutional exp
Identifying Effective Practices for NSPM33’s Research Security Program Practices: March 2023 Meeting
The document presents a comprehensive overview of effective practices for implementing the research security program requirements outlined under National Security Presidential Memorandum 33 (NSPM-33). Moderated by Kris West from COGR and featuring institutional leaders from Penn State, Washington State University, University of Pennsylvania, and University of Pittsburgh, the discussion covers key
Agencies' Perspectives on Public Access: March 2023 Meeting
The document presents a comprehensive overview of the current landscape, priorities, and future directions of U.S. federal agencies regarding public access and open science initiatives, as discussed by representatives from the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), National Aeronautics and Space Administra
Publisher’s Perspective on Open Access: March 2023 Meeting
The document presents a multifaceted discussion on the current landscape, challenges, and future directions of open access (OA) publishing from the perspective of publishers and leading figures in academic publishing. Key themes include the increasing momentum for open access, catalyzed by policy changes such as the 2022 OSTP "Nelson memo," which mandates immediate public availability of
