The Division of Sponsored Programs has purchased institutional registrations for three live NCURA webinars exclusively for UI employees.
Details and registration links are below.
Research Redo: The Art of Resubmitting Proposals
September 2, 2026
1-2:30 p.m. CT * Webinar
2:35-3:30 p.m. CT * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty directly!
Resubmitting a declined research proposal is not merely an act of persistence it is a strategic and creative process that can significantly enhance the likelihood of future funding success. This presentation explores the nuanced art of proposal resubmission, offering insights into how researchers and research administrators can transform reviewer feedback into actionable revisions. Drawing from real-world examples and best practices, it highlights the importance of understanding funder expectations, refining research narratives, and leveraging institutional support.
Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites: None.
Learning Objectives
Attendees will gain practical tools for navigating the emotional and professional challenges of rejection, and learn how to reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth, collaboration, and innovation. Ultimately, the session aims to empower participants to approach resubmission not as a second chance, but as a smarter, stronger iteration of their research vision.
Register for the Sept. 2 webinar
Research Security 101 Across the Lifecycle
Sept. 17, 2026
1-2:30 p.m. CT * Webinar
2:35-3:30 p.m. CT * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty directly!
This session will begin with an overview of various agency requirements before diving into how research security impacts the work of research administrators across the lifecycle. The panel will discuss disclosures, institutional obligations, financial considerations, how department administrators are critical to ensuring compliance with risk mitigation plans, and opportunities to strengthen relationships across the institution. The panel will talk a little about how the forthcoming changes to UG could change institutional strategies around research security. In addition, recent headlines on research security will be explored.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Define research security and its purpose within the research enterprise.
- Understand the federal and institutional drivers behind current research security requirements and their impacts across the lifecycle of a sponsored project.
- Recognize common research security topics, including foreign influence, international collaborations and disclosure requirements.
- Identify the role research administrators play in supporting investigators and promoting compliance.
- Navigate conversations with researchers about research security requirements with greater confidence.
Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites: None.
Register for the Sept. 17 webinar
Service Centers: Navigating Challenges, Identifying Opportunities, and Sharing Best Practices
Oct. 1, 2026
1-2:30 p.m. CT * Webinar
2:35-3:30 p.m. CT * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty directly!
Service centers play a vital role in supporting research by providing specialized services, equipment, and expertise to investigators across an institution. Yet managing these operations requires balancing regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, customer service, and institutional priorities in an increasingly complex environment. Join us for an engaging discussion on the current landscape of service center administration. We will explore common challenges, emerging opportunities, and practical strategies for building and maintaining successful service centers.
Topics will include governance, rate development, cost recovery, compliance considerations, communication with stakeholders, operational efficiencies, and lessons learned from real-world experiences. Whether you are new to overseeing service centers or a seasoned administrator looking to benchmark your practices, this webinar will provide valuable insights and actionable takeaways to help strengthen your institution's service center operations.
Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites: None.
Register for the Oct. 1 webinar
