Policy Perspective
A Continuing Evolution—Responding to Federal Requirements
The document commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) through an in-depth exploration of the evolving interplay between federal policy and university research administration in the United States. Featuring essays from prominent experts, it analyzes key developments in the politics of indirect cost reimbursement, the growth of university technology transfer,
COGR Testimony at NIH Hearings on March-in Rights
NIH has denied the request from Essential Inventions, Inc. to exercise march-in rights under The Bayh-Dole Act in connection with the pricing of Norvir, marketed by Abbott Laboratories for the treatment of patients with HIV/AIDS. The decision and related materials are available online.
Finances of Research Universities_June 2014
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) report, "Finances of Research Universities" (June 2014), presents a comprehensive analysis of the financial structure, challenges, and future outlook for U.S. research universities, drawing on data from both public and private institutions. It emphasizes the complex and shifting revenue landscape in which research universities operate, particu
Finances of Research Universities Executive Summary _June 2014
The Council on Governmental Relations’ June 2014 executive summary, “Finances of Research Universities,” provides an analysis of the fiscal challenges facing major research institutions in the United States. The document emphasizes that both public and private research universities are confronted with constrained and shrinking revenue streams—particularly noting a substantial drop in state appropr
Notification Letter for 45 CFR 46.118 Determinations for NSF Awards
COGR has been working with NSF staff to develop
Costing Issues
COGR provides an in-depth analysis of how universities address federal requirements for effort reporting related to compensation on federally funded research awards. Triggered by recent audit findings and heightened oversight, the paper explores the relevant federal guidance—principally OMB Circular A-21 and A-110—and highlights the inherent challenges universities face in accurately tracking and
