Policy Perspective
Summary_of_University_Concerns_with_DOD_IG_Report
The document summarizes concerns held by major U.S. research universities regarding the Department of Defense (DOD) Inspector General’s March 2004 report on export-controlled technology at research facilities. The primary issue raised is the potential requirement, as recommended by the DOD IG, to insert broad, mandatory export control compliance clauses into DOD contracts with universities without
Terrorism_and_Trafficking_-_Grant_and_Contract_Provisions
The document provides a detailed review of new grant and contract provisions introduced by major private foundations and federal agencies aimed at preventing the promotion or support of terrorism, violence, bigotry, and human trafficking, notably prostitution and sex trafficking. In response to heightened regulatory concerns post-9/11, foundations such as Ford, Rockefeller, Sloan, and MacArthur, a
Revised_Information_Quality_Bulletin_for_Peer_Review
The revised Information Quality Bulletin for Peer Review, issued by the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), offers new guidance to federal agencies regarding the peer review of scientific information they disseminate to the public. This update responds to significant criticism of an earlier draft, which stakeholders found to be overly p
SUMMARY_POINTS_ON_UNIVERSITY_USE_OF_ROYALTY_INCOME
The document summarizes the use of royalty income from federally funded inventions at major U.S. research universities, based on a 2001 survey conducted by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) at the request of the NIH. The findings, verified by data from the Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM), confirm that the Bayh-Dole Act has successfully incentivized universities to c
NAS_Part_1_COGR_Response (1)
The document is the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR)'s response to the National Academy of Sciences' report on optimizing federal research regulations and reporting requirements for academic research institutions. COGR broadly expresses support for the report’s recommendations aimed at reducing administrative burden and increasing efficiency in the management of federal research
October_30_2015-_COGR-AAU_Joint_Letter_on_DFARS_Case_2013-D018 (2)
The joint letter from the Association of American Universities (AAU) and the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) addresses significant concerns regarding the interim Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) rule, Case 2013-D018, which expands safeguarding and reporting requirements for controlled defense information. The organizations, representing numerous leading U.S. resea
October2015MeetingReport
The October 2015 Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) meeting report details significant developments across research regulatory reform, costing policies, contracts, intellectual property, and research compliance. Major topics included the Common Rule Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), with ongoing discussions around extending the public comment period and SACHRP's anticipated recommen
COGR Letter to DOD on COI Requirements
The document represents a comprehensive guide and formal communication pertaining to the procedures, requirements, and regulatory framework for submitting medical research proposals to the U.S. Department of Defense’s Defense Health Program, particularly those managed by the U.S. Army Medical Research and Materiel Command (USAMRMC). It consists of detailed application instructions, policy clarific
Guide to 2 CFR 200 430 Compensation_Personal Services
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) Guide to 2 CFR 200.430 offers comprehensive guidance to institutions of higher education on interpreting and implementing the federal regulations governing compensation for personal services on federal awards. The Guide provides a detailed comparison between the Uniform Guidance and its predecessor, OMB Circular A-21, highlighting key updates such as in
Final Comments on NIH Guidelines on Recombinant or Synthetic Nucelic Acid Molecules
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing 190 research universities and associated medical centers, submitted comments to the NIH Office of Science Policy regarding proposed amendments to the NIH Guidelines for Research Involving Recombinant or Synthetic Nucleic Acid Molecules. COGR generally supports the NIH’s intentions to streamline oversight of human gene transfer protocols by
