NIH F&A Update and Guidance
On Friday, February 7, the NIH announced a new policy setting a flat 15% F&A rate for all existing and new awards at all institutions, effective Monday, February 10. This new rate would replace previously negotiated institutional rates, including ours. We understand that this change raises significant questions and concerns. BU’s administrative, legal, and financial […]
Limited Submission Opportunity: Department of Energy (DOE) Research in Basic Plasma Science and Engineering 2025
Up to $900,000 over 3 years to support basic plasma science research. Submit interest via email by February 11th.
Limited Submission Opportunity: Burroughs Wellcome Fund Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers 2025
Up to $10 million to support founding a center dedicated to understanding the impacts of climate change on human health. Submit interest via email by March 14th.
Limited Submission Opportunity: NIEHS Environmental Health Sciences Core Centers Program (P30 Clinical Trials Optional) 2025
Between $3.4 million and $5 million to support and extend existing research in the environmental health sciences. Apply by February 13 via InfoReady Review.
Limited Submission Opportunity: National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Research Lab 2025
Up to $300,000 to support transdisciplinary, multiyear research teams to build public knowledge about the arts. Apply by February 13th via InfoReady Review.
Limited Submission Opportunity: Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA) Exceptional Project and Young Investigator Grants 2025
Between $100,000 and $125,000 to support early career and/or innovative breast cancer research. Apply by February 18th via InfoReady Review.
Limited Submission Opportunity: Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research New Innovator in Food & Agriculture Research Award 2025
Up to $450,000 total for 3 years to support early-career agriculture scientists. Apply by February 12th via InfoReady Review.
2025 Administration Transition Information & Resources
As of now, the vast majority of research should continue as planned. The University will continue to monitor the latest development and share information relevant to researchers below. Sponsored Programs (ospera@bu.edu) remains the best point of contact for award-specific questions. New Resource Early Grant Termination Guidelines (Updated 3.27.25; Kerberos log-in required) Changes to F&A Rates […]
Memo: Federal Agencies’ Temporary Pause: Monitoring Changes for BU Research
TO: Boston University Faculty FROM: Thomas Bifano, Vice President and Associate Provost ad interim for Research DATE: January 24, 2025 SUBJECT: Federal Agencies’ Temporary Pause: Monitoring Changes for BU Research This week, several federal agencies, including the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), received executive orders from the new administration. In response, HHS issued […]
University Resources to Navigate the Federal Research Funding Landscape
As we begin a new year and semester, Federal Relations and the Office of Research want to be sure you are aware of University resources available to support you as you plan and submit federal research proposals. With a new administration and Congress about to take office, we’ve heard questions from researchers about potential changes […]