Events & Announcements

On May 5, 2021 NIH released updated biosketch and other support format pages, required for use in JIT information and RPPRs with due dates and submissions on or after January 25, 2022. Other Support includes all resources whether paid or unpaid (foreign and domestic) made available to a researcher in support of and/or related to […]

NSF-approved biographical sketch formats were updated to incorporate revisions in the 2022 PAPPG. New templates must be used for proposals submitted or due on or after October 4, 2021. Below is a summary of select changes. For comprehensive information refer to the following. NSF Biosketch guidelines, PAPPG Ch.II.C.2.f. NSF Biosketch Website – guidelines and most current PDF […]

Effective January 25, 2022 NIH has required changes to biosketches. Below is a summary of key changes. For complete information, consult these NIH resources: NIH Biosketch Format webpage – instructions, templates, examples. Including, the *new* NIH Pre-award and Post-award Disclosures Relating to Biographical Sketch and Other Support Table. NIH Biosketch FAQs Summary of Key Changes […]

Call for Proposals: McKelvey Collaboration Initiation Grant (CIG) We are pleased to announce the reinstatement of our seed grant program: Collaboration Initiation Grants (CIG). While CIG was put on hold during the uncertainty of the pandemic, we are excited to relaunch the program. CIG aims to: encourage connections across departments and schools; promote an understanding […]

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has released templates and links to all approved formats for the Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending Support documents. These documents must be submitted in an approved format for all submitted proposals beginning June 1, 2020. Upcoming Webinars To assist the community about these new requirements and to start using […]

The Washington University Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research has launched a new website with guidance and FAQs for research operations addressing the threat of COVID-19. Visit the Guidance for Researchers on COVID-19 for information from sponsors and WashU central offices. Topics include continuing human subjects research, animal care and use, submitting proposals, charging […]

A revised version of the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) (NSF 20-1) is effective for proposals submitted, or due, on or after June 1, 2020. Significant changes include approved formats for biographical sketch and current & pending support documents, as well as small changes to RAPID, EAGER, and conference grant submissions. […]

We are pleased to announce the sixth annual call for our seed grant program: Collaboration Initiation Grants (CIG). CIG aims to: encourage connections across departments and schools; promote an understanding of research across campus; provide pilot data funding for high risk/high reward projects; and, serve as a platform for external grant applications. Only junior, untenured […]

Please join us for this four-part seminar series on research tools and resources. One-hour seminars will be held monthly from January – April. We encourage you to attend any or all of these events as they pertain to your research and professional development. ROOM CHANGE: All events will be held in Brauer Hall, Room 12 […]

Environmentally Responsible Research: “Green Labs” at WashU Thursday, December 5, 2019 3:00 – 4:00 pm Whitaker Hall Auditorium, Room 100 Presenter: Alicia Hubert, Sustainability Coordinator, Operations & Facilities Management, School of Medicine Register Here: Learn@Work Registration Link Hosted by: McKelvey School of Engineering   Washington University houses millions of square feet in lab space. With […]

Registration is now open for the 2020 Researcher Forum, an event specifically for faculty engaged in sponsored research. This event offers over 40 sessions that will help navigate the complexities of the research environment and highlight resources available at the University. To view the preliminary schedule of sessions and speakers, visit the 2020 Researcher Forum […]

Thursday, April 25, 2019 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm Brauer Hall Room 12 The Office of Naval Research – Advanced Naval Platforms Division Attend to learn more about ONR’s research portfolio and opportunities.