Policy Perspective
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
October_2012_COGR_Meeting_Report
The October 2012 COGR Meeting Report provides a detailed overview of the key discussions, updates, and policy issues addressed during the Council on Governmental Relations’ meeting in Washington, D.C. Major topics include federal costing policies, research administration and compliance, contracts and intellectual property, and current audit practices affecting research universities. Key updates un
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The February 2012 COGR Meeting Report details significant developments and ongoing issues in federal research policy, especially those affecting university research administration. A major focus is the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) grants reform initiative, as outlined in the Advance Notice of Proposed Guidance (ANPG), which proposes consolidating multiple OMB circulars governing grants,
COGR_TALKING_POINTS_ON_INTELLECTUAL_PROPERTY_ISSUES_IN_VA_UNIVERSITY_RESEARCH_RELATIONSHIPS
The document examines the evolving intellectual property (IP) landscape within research partnerships between the Veterans Affairs (VA) and its affiliated universities. Traditionally, universities were granted ownership and management rights over IP arising from collaborative research with VA personnel; however, a 1999 policy shift by the VA began asserting VA ownership, causing substantial confusi
Improving_the_F&A_Rate-Setting_Process_with_the_Federal_Government
The document, authored by David Kennedy and published by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), addresses the improvement of the Facilities & Administrative (F&A) rate-setting process between U.S. research institutions and the federal government. The F&A rate, critical for reimbursing indirect costs incurred by academic institutions during federally funded research, is negotiate
