Preparing Proposal Submission Documents

The format or presentation of a particular proposal will depend on the requirements of the sponsor. Most sponsors have developed policies and procedures for the submission of proposals and may require the use of specific application forms or electronic web-based systems. Other sponsors may have less stringent format requirements. In any case, PI/PDs should obtain […]

Biological Research and Export Controls

NIH Policy on Enhancing Security Measures for Human Biospecimens (NOT-OD-25-160) NIH has issued a new policy, effective October 24, 2025, which prohibits distribution of human biospecimens of U.S. persons by any entity (e.g., biorepository, institution, investigator) to institutions or parties located in Countries of Concern, defined by the policy as China, Russia, North Korea, Iran, Cuba […]

Proposal Submission

After you have developed your proposal, you will need to submit your proposal. Sponsored Programs […]

Limited Submissions

Limited submissions are funding opportunities that limit the number of applications or nominations an institution may put forward. At Boston University, the limited submission process is managed by the Office of Research. On the Medical Campus, the process is coordinated by Dr. Tara Moore. Current Opportunities All current competitions can be found at bu.infoready4.com. Announcements […]

Find Funding

Got an idea? We can help you get the funding to bring it to life. […]

Close Out an Award

Financial Closeout Financial Closeout is a shared responsibility between Sponsored Programs Post-Award and Departmental Administrators working with their Principal Investigators. Typical Financial Closeout Reports include: Final Invoices, Final Financial Reports, Property Reports, Contractor Assignment and Release Forms, and Subcontract Plan Reports (Small Business Reports). Sponsored Programs assists with X-Train reporting as needed. All financial reports […]

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