Archive of Notices from Federal Agencies and Departments
For researchers interested in the evolution of federal policy, agency responses and the subsequent evolution of Boston University policy, we have compiled agency notices issued before the current month. For the most current agency notices, please see the Notices from Federal Agencies and Departments section of the 2025 Administration Transition Information and Resources page. If […]
2025 Administration Transition Information & Resources
The University will continue to monitor the latest developments and share information relevant to researchers below. Sponsored Programs (ospera@bu.edu) remains the best point of contact for award-specific questions. Status of F&A Rates Boston University Guidance & Internal Memos DOD F&A Update and Guidance (6.17.25) NIH Automatic NCE Link Removed in eRA Commons (5.8.25) NIH Policy […]
Where’s My Award Page Updated
Please be informed that the “Where’s My Award” page on the Research Support website has been updated! The contents of the page are now hosted in PowerBI interactive report. The report, it’s Instructions, and further details can be found under the “Check Your Award Set-up Status” section of the Award & Subaward Tracker site. As […]
Sub Award Advance Request Form
Sponsored Research Agreements
Sponsored Research Agreements (SRAs) are used when an industry sponsor funds a specific research project for a defined time period and in return receives certain deliverables such as research data, reports, and certain rights to intellectual and tangible property. To initiate negotiation and review of an SRA, please contact Industry Engagement at industry@bu.edu. A team […]
Confidentiality Agreement Form (CDA)
Use this form if you want to share confidential information or discuss an invention outside of BU, especially before a patent application has been filed or while it remains unpublished. This is critical to maintain patent filing rights, especially in most foreign countries. Providing complete, accurate information will help us negotiate a CDA that will […]
Find your Department and Central Research Administrators
Click for a list of all department and central research administrators.
Data Use Agreement (DUA) Form
A data use agreement (DUA) is a contractual document used for the transfer of data that has been developed by nonprofit, government, or private industry, where the data is nonpublic or is otherwise subject to some restrictions on its use. We recommend researchers enter into a data use agreement any time data is transferred into […]
Protocol Review Outcomes
Work may commence immediately upon full approval of a protocol. Approval is valid for the study as described in the protocol form for a period of three years from the approval date. PI’s must also complete an annual renewal each year. The Boston Public Health Commission requires notification upon IBC approval of any new BSL-3 project at […]