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Update on Simplifying Review Criteria: A Request for Information
By Mike Lauer and Noni Byrnes
NIH has issued a request for information (RFI) seeking feedback on revising and simplifying the peer review framework for grant applications. The goal of this effort is to facilitate the mission of scientific peer review – identification of the strongest, highest-impact research. The proposed changes will allow peer reviewers to focus on scientific merit by evaluating 1) the scientific impact, research rigor, and feasibility of the proposed research without the distraction of administrative questions and 2) whether or not appropriate expertise and resources are available to conduct the research, thus mitigating the undue influence of the reputation of the institution or investigator.
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Data on Researchers’ Self-Reported Disability Status
By Mike Lauer
Ensuring a strong and diverse workforce is a top priority for NIH. To this end, we regularly assess the sex/gender, race, and ethnicity of NIH-supported researchers to better understand the composition of our workforce and participation in our programs. Investigators may self-report their disability status along with these other demographic characteristics on their eRA personal profile. This allows us to learn more about researchers with disabilities in the NIH-supported scientific workforce.
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Support Product Development and Entrepreneurial Training – Apply To Be a Research Evaluation and Commercialization Hub
By Matt McMahon
We are excited to announce the release of a new funding opportunity aimed at strengthening the NIH Proof of Concept Network, an academic innovation ecosystem converting scientific discoveries into biomedical products at over 79 research institutions across 19 states. The funding will be used to stand up five new hubs that will increase research and development impact as well as stimulate regional innovation partnerships.
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Top Stories
12 Days of Data Management and Sharing Tips & Resources
As we get closer to the January 25, 2023 effective date of the new NIH Data Management and Sharing (DMS) Policy, here are 12 tips and resources we would like to gift you – but you might have to supply your own partridge in a pear tree.
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OMB Expiration Dates on Application Forms To Be Updated Soon
Grants.gov and NIH are working hard to complete preparations for our transition to FORMS-H application packages. Although we’ll be all set well before our January 25, 2023 due dates, you may see some forms in FORMS-H application packages that still show old expiration dates.
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Free Crash Course in NIH Funding: 2023 NIH Grants Conference on Feb. 1-2
Are you new to NIH grants and looking to better understand the processes and policies behind NIH funding? Or are you experienced and want to brush up on the latest policies and information? Consider this your personal invitation to the 2023 NIH Grants Conference, a free and virtual event on February 1-2, 2023.
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New Resources
International Collaborations: Advice from Experts
Whether you’re from a foreign organization looking to secure NIH funding, or a domestic researcher or institution partnering with a foreign collaborator, you’ll find helpful information to get started in the recording of our recent International Collaborations: Policies, Processes, & Partnerships event. NIH experts walk you through the process of working with foreign entities through engaging case studies, panel discussions, and live Q&A.
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Test Your Knowledge – Interactive Video of Research Misconduct Case Studies
What are some red flags that may help you avoid research misconduct? Research Integrity Officers from the HHS Office of Research Integrity (ORI) and NIH answer this question and more during our recent Research Misconduct & Detrimental Research Practices event.
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If You See Something Amiss, Say Something!
If you ever come across misconduct, whether it be harassment, fraud, grant scams, research misconduct, peer review violations, or foreign interference, please report it. You can find the appropriate contacts for various types of concerns on our new Report a Concern page.
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Tips Before You Submit
Check for Fit, Before You Submit!
Most applicants are very good at reading the funding opportunity announcement description to ensure a good topic fit, but let’s look at a few less obvious items that are often overlooked.
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