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Responsible Use of AI in Research
The document, presented by Dr. Courtney Karmelita, addresses the responsible use of AI in research, dispelling common misconceptions by emphasizing that AI is a...
Navigating the Storm 2.0: Institutional Perspectives on a Changing Federal Landscape—October 2025
The document outlines the agenda and discussion framework for “Navigating the Storm 2.0: Institutional Perspectives on a Changing Federal Landscape,” a session held...
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COGR Responds to OPM Proposed Rule on Schedule F Changes
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing over 225 major U.S. research institutions, submitted comments in response to the Office of Personnel Management’s (OPM) proposed rule aimed at improving performance, accountability, and responsiveness in the civil service. COGR's remarks focus particularly on the aspects of the rule that would potentially reclassify certain federal re
COGR Joins Community Letter to NIH Requesting a Meeting to Discuss the Future Implementation of U.S. Government Policy for Oversight of DURC and PEPP
The letter, dated March 24, 2025, is a formal communication addressed to Dr. Matthew Memoli, Acting Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), from the leadership of the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), the Association for Biosafety and Biosecurity International (ABSA), and the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR). The organizations collectively express concerns regarding the
COGR Joins in Community Letter to USDA on Research Access to Germplasm
The letter, addressed to Director Manjit Misra of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture at the USDA, expresses concerns from leading academic and research organizations regarding the USDA's October 8, 2024 announcement on research access to germplasm developed with federal funds. The organizations interpret the announcement as potentially signaling a move toward mandating unrestricte
COGR Submits Comments to Department of Commerce on Ethical Guidelines for Research Using Pervasive Data
COGR, representing over 220 U.S. research institutions, submitted comments to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) regarding the development of ethical guidelines for research using pervasive data. COGR underscores the complexity of the existing regulatory landscape and cautions against NTIA introducing additional guidelines, recommending instead that the Departmen
COGR Response to NSF RFI on CHIPS and Science Act, Section 10343
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) submitted a detailed response to the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Request for Information concerning the incorporation of ethical, social, safety, and security considerations into the agency’s merit review process, as mandated by the CHIPS and Science Act, Section 10343. COGR emphasizes the importance of clear and consistent definitions of risk c
COGR Responds to Request for Comments: Biosketch and Current and Pending Support Disclosure Policy
COGR provided feedback on NASA's proposed Biosketch and Current and Pending Support Disclosure Policy, emphasizing the need for uniformity with National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) common forms to minimize administrative burden and enhance compliance. COGR urged NASA to avoid unnecessary deviations from federal standards, align definitions and reporting requirements (especially for senio
COGR Submits Response to CDC on Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Possession, Use, and Transfer of Select Agents and Toxins; Biennial Review of the List of Select Agents and Toxins
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing over 200 U.S. research universities and affiliated institutions, submitted feedback to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on the Possession, Use, and Transfer of Select Agents and Toxins, and its biennial review of the select agents list. COGR supports the proposed removal of Br
COGR Letter to OEI HHS-OIG
The letter from Matt Owens, President of the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), addresses the Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) following a meeting on January 30, 2024, regarding the NIH Recipient Institutions’ Reporting of Monetary Donations that Support Research Survey. COGR thanks the OIG representatives for their engagement and d
COGR Signs on to Multi-Association Letter to DoEd Regarding Foreign Gift & Contract Disclosures (ED-2022-SCC-0159)
The letter, submitted by the American Council on Education and a coalition of higher education associations, provides detailed comments to the U.S. Department of Education regarding its proposed Information Collection Request (ICR) related to reporting foreign gifts and contracts under Section 117 of the Higher Education Act. The organizations affirm their commitment to transparency and compliance
COGR Letter for Request for Comment for Common Disclosure Forms
The Council on Governmental Relations (COGR), representing over 200 U.S. research universities and affiliated institutions, submitted detailed comments to the National Science Foundation regarding proposed common disclosure forms for Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support. COGR generally supports harmonizing federal disclosure requirements but highlights several challenges wit
