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We connect faculty with federal funders, share Boston University’s expertise with policymakers, work with national educational and scientific organizations, and increase BU’s visibility in Washington as the federal government considers policies affecting research universities.

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Recent News & Events

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Boston University Announces New Convergent Research Programs

August 12th, 2026

New funding opportunities and a cluster hiring push are the first projects to emerge from Task Force on Convergent Research and Education’s recommendations.

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New Financial Aid Program Covers Tuition for Families Earning Less Than $200,000

August 6th, 2026

The BU Promise eliminates loans and simplifies undergraduate financial aid for domestic students.

Events

Health Care Future with Biotech

August 5th, 2026

Kevin Outterson of the BU School of Law and CARB-X testifies before the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health Care about building a resilient health care future with biotechnology on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

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BU-Led Framingham Heart Study Brain Aging Program Receives $31.5 Million Funding Renewal

July 28th, 2026

National Institute on Aging’s five-year grant will help researchers advance understanding of Alzheimer’s and related dementias.

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Strike Up the Band for Boston University Tanglewood Institute’s 60th Anniversary

July 27th, 2026

Celebration this weekend will include concerts and a gala.

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Professors Receive $1.36M NIH Grant to Lead Doctoral Training Program in Reproductive, Perinatal, and Pediatric Health

July 24th, 2026

The Boston University Reproductive, Perinatal, and Pediatric Epidemiology training program will prepare the next generation of leaders in RPP health with hands-on experience in epidemiology, innovative digital health, and community-engaged research.

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NSF Awards Boston University $20 Million to Help Create National “Cloud Lab” Network

July 23rd, 2026

Automated, AI-driven labs can remotely run experiments for researchers across the country.

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Scene at BU: BU Plays Host to BPS Students

July 23rd, 2026

Boston University hosted students from Boston Public Schools’ Young Men’s Summer Institute for three days of hands-on activities and opportunities to learn about educational and career pathways.