Reminder to PARAs to Set a Delegate in Workflow

Many DSP Workflow forms use the Pre-Award Research Administrator (PARA) role as a required approver.  In order to avoid delays in the processing of sponsored project forms, applications and agreements, we remind PARAs to set a delegate in Workflow when they will be out of the office and unable to review and approve items in Workflow.  

FAQs for Pre-Award Research Administrator Roles

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Redesigned NIH Grants and Funding Website

NIH launched the new NIH Grants and Funding website last month. The new site is intended to enhance your journey through the NIH grants process with a modernized interface and powerful features to make finding critical information easier than ever. 

A key change involves a redesign of the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts and related funding information. The new tools reduce reliance on activity codes and other NIH jargon to help you explore opportunities for funding in a more intuitive way.

The new site also includes improved grants process information. A visual process flow walks you through preparing to apply through post-award monitoring and reporting. Take a look at the redesigned How to Apply – Application Guide, which incorporates the new process flow.

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NIH Grants Process Primer: Application to Award

Understanding the structure of NIH, the application process, policies, tools and systems, and knowing where to find valuable resources are key components to create a strong NIH application. On November 13 and 14, 2024, the NIH is hosting a two-part event that will provide participants with the basics to help you in your role working with the NIH grants process from application preparation to award.

In Part One: An Overview of the Pre-Award Process (Wednesday, November 13 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET), NIH experts will introduce participants to the NIH as an organization, key components of finding the right funding opportunity, the NIH team, application, and more.  In Part Two: An Interactive Experience (Thursday, November 14 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. ET), participants will have the opportunity to view demos and engage during this next-level look at tools and systems used during the application process.

If you are a grant administrator or investigator with limited knowledge of the grants process, and eager to start building a better foundation in your role of working with the NIH, register for this two-part virtual event today! Register once and gain access to both parts.