The National Science Foundation (NSF) has published a new “Updates on NSF Priorities“ page, outlining changes to its funding criteria and programmatic focus. Key Highlights: Merit Review Criteria: All NSF proposals will continue to be evaluated based on two statutory criteria: Intellectual Merit (the potential to advance knowledge) and Broader Impacts (the potential to benefit society and […]
Temporary Restraining Order Halts Department of Energy’s 15% F&A Cap on Higher Education Grants
The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) blocking the Department of Energy (DOE) from implementing its recently announced 15% cap on Facilities and Administrative (F&A) costs for all grants to institutions of higher education. This legal action stems from a lawsuit filed by the Association of American Universities (AAU) and […]
USC Workshop – Pivoting with Purpose: Reframing Research in Changing Times
The USC Office of Research and Innovation is offering the below workshop on April 22, 2025. Pivoting with Purpose: Reframing Research in Changing Times How might researchers stay resilient and forward-looking in the face of evolving federal priorities and policies? Join the USC Office of Research and Innovation (OORI) team for a discussion about the […]
DOE Releases Supplemental Policy Flash on Indirect Cost Rates
The Department of Energy (DOE) has released a Policy Flash entitled: Department of Energy Overhauls Policy for College and University Research, Saving $405 Million Annually for American Taxpayers | Department of Energy, which introduces significant changes to indirect cost rates for grants awarded to institutions of higher education (IHEs). Effective as of April 11, all DOE […]
Introducing MicroLearning Mondays!
The Department of Contracts and Grants is proud to announce MicroLearning Mondays — a biweekly series of bite-sized research administration trainings. Every other Monday, you’ll receive a short, 5–10 minute video focused on a key research administration topic—such as carryforward, cost sharing, prior approval, effort reporting, and more. Each video will deliver clear, practical guidance […]
Cayuse Monthly Maintenance
Please be advised that Cayuse will undergo scheduled monthly maintenance on Saturday, April 12th. During this time, all Cayuse applications may experience brief and intermittent interruptions as updates are applied. 🕘 Maintenance Window Start: 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST End: 9:00 PM PST / 12:00 AM EST (April 13) If you experience login issues during the maintenance […]