Update, 2/1/2023 – NSF is hosting a Virtual Office Hour for researchers to learn more about the new NSF requirements for Safe and Inclusive Work Environments Plans. 1/30/2023 – NSF has released an updated Proposal and Award ...
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NSF PAPPG (23-1): Updates to Disclosure Types, Research Security, Scientific Integrity, and Safe and Inclusive Work Environments
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GRA Minimum Salary Increase 2023-2024
The Academic Year (AY) 2023-2024 minimum salary for Graduate Research Assistants (GRAs) has been updated to $24,586 on the Salaries, Wages, and ERE page, in line with the current Provost’s Office policy. Please be sure to use ...
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Updated NSF C&P Guidelines
1/30/2023 – Today is the effective date for PAPPG 23-1! The National Science Foundation’s (NSF) new Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) and related Current and Pending (C&P) guidelines are effective as of ...
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Changes to SF424 Pre-Submission PDF Creation
When generating a PDF version of a proposal through the SF424 system, the “Include Attachments” box is no longer checked automatically, and will now have to be manually checked to ensure attachments are added. The ...
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Eligibility for HSI Funding Opportunities
UPDATE, 1/23/2022: ASU has received an approval letter from the U.S. Department of Education, deeming the University eligible for Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) grant opportunities. As such, ASU is now eligible to serve as the lead ...
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New State of Arizona Travel Rates
The State of Arizona has increased travel rates for mileage, lodging and per diem in the recently revised State of Arizona Accounting Manual. Key adjustments include: ASU Travel Resources (Concur, etc.) The new rates have ...
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NSF Systems – Updates Implemented in the New PAPPG 23-1
NSF has released an updated Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG), effective January 30, 2023. Below are the NSF system updates that may affect the proposal preparation and submission process: Broad Agency Announcements (BAA) Although NSF will primarily disseminate opportunities through solicitations, they may also utilize BAAs for basic and applied research, scientific studies, and experimentation. ...
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Mandatory Annual Escalation Exemptions
Institutional policy requires 3% escalation for salaries and fringe benefits in the out years of proposed sponsored project budgets. Sponsor documentation restricting escalation may permit deviation from this practice. For example, NASA’s Guidebook for Proposers ...
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NIH’s 2023 Data Management and Sharing Policy
Updates, 1/12/2023 – No Hypertext NIH has clarified that Data Management and Sharing Plans must not include hypertext (e.g., hyperlinks and URLs). NIH’s hyperlink policy applies to DMS Plans as well, and NIH may withdraw the application from consideration if ...
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Website Update: New Title for Research Ops Unit Head
1/4/2023 – The following resources are being updated to reflect a title change for Heather Clark, from Executive Director to Assistant Vice President for Research Operations. Heather will continue to oversee all research operational functions ...