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 […]
Federal Research Policy Announcements and Updates
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. Latest Updates Federal Research Policy Updates: Key Changes You Need to Know for NIH and NSF (12.12.25) Early Grant Termination Guidelines Status of F&A Rates Boston […]
Vacation and Reduction in Force Payouts Process
Purpose To establish guidelines and procedures for funding Vacation or Reduction in Force (RIF) Payouts made to Boston University employees charged to Sponsored Research Accounts. Covered Parties These procedures apply to BU employees funded directly by Sponsored Research. University Process Effective July 1, 2017 (FY2018) Boston University received approval from our cognizant agency, the Department of […]
Final Report Form
Use to officially close out any study with the following conditions: The study is permanently closed to enrollment. All subjects have completed all study procedures. Data collection is complete. All identifiers (including codes) have been destroyed OR analysis and/or use of identifiable data is complete
Announcing a new online internal resource, Best Practices for Grant Management at BU!
An instructional library is now available on a variety of grant management topics, created to identify the best approach to navigating areas of grant management at BU. You can view the list of topics and best practice documentation on our new webpage, which can be found under the Training & How To umbrella of the […]
Best Practices for Grant Management
This page is for department, research, or financial administrators who are responsible for managing sponsored awards in their departments. Whether you are new to Boston University, or just want to learn the best approach to a grant management process, you can find what you need here. We cover topics including: Advance Accounts, After the Fact […]
NIH and NSF (non-financial) Report Reminders
As the recipient of sponsored funding, Boston University is required to provide accurate, timely, and complete reports outlining the results of the sponsored awards and programs. Timely processing and submission of Non-Financial Reports are important since lack of adherence to the sponsor’s closeout requirements could affect future funding for both the Principal Investigator and the […]
Sale of Moveable Capital Equipment, Procedure for the
Purpose To establish guidelines for the sale of moveable capital equipment at Boston University. Covered Parties This procedure applies to any employee who is responsible for purchasing and removing moveable capital equipment. Definitions Moveable Capital Equipment Defined as any article of non-expendable tangible property (e.g., automobile, centrifuge, microscope, projector, network server) that meets the following […]
Splitting PDFs into Separate Pages
Instructions for splitting PDFs into separate documents with individual pages automatically, using Adobe Acrobat Pro or DC. This is particularly useful when splitting PARs into individual files to send for digital signature. Step 1.Open the PDF using Adobe Pro or Pro DC (the feature isn’t available in Adobe Reader). In Adobe Pro DC, navigate to the menu […]
Residual Funds on Sponsored Awards, Procedure for
Purpose To establish guidelines for faculty who have residual funds remaining in their sponsored research account upon completion of a fixed price award. Covered Parties This procedure applies only to fixed price sponsored agreements, including industry sponsored clinical trial agreements. Definitions Fixed Price Award Boston University guarantees to deliver a product or perform a service […]