Hello all,
In this May edition of the newsletter, I will provide details on our institutional submissions, office updates, sponsor updates, internal forms changes, system updates and proposal reminders.
Application Breakdown
Application numbers have been analyzed and from January – May 10th, 2024, Einstein has submitted 307 applications for a total cost request of $384,400,827. These applications were submitted by 45 Departments / Divisions across the institution.
The funding breakdown: 45% Federal prime, 25% Federal and Non-Federal subcontracts, 25% Non-Federal prime, and 5% Industry. We will provide more information on funding success in the coming months.
Office Updates and Reminders
OGS has launched our office hours. Please drop by Tuesday and Thursday from 12-1PM and 3-4PM.
The Office of Grant Support is recruiting for the role of Senior Grants Specialist. Please apply here. We will start recruitment for an additional grant support role this month.
OGS Volume Preparation
Please complete the Qualtrics survey to assist OGS in planning for and prioritizing NIH cycle Deadlines. Please use this link for applications due May 25th, June 5th - 30th, and July 5th.
Reminder: Please ensure that communication and especially any sponsor required clarifications routes through OGS. As the Authorized Organization Representatives (AOR), we will review, provide feedback and offer our concurrence for all direct sponsor communications.
Reminder: SF424 R&R page 1 “Person to be contacted on matters involving this application” list administrator information or Indranil Basu or Morgan McKenna. If you are submitting a DoD application list only OGS contact. SF424 R&R page 2 section for Authorized Representative please list Indranil Basu or Morgan McKenna. Applicant information should include Division as Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Reminder: Central Administration Office Holidays: May 27th, June 12th-13th, June 19th. OGS will have coverage but please be proactive in application and signature requests.
Federal Sponsor Updates and Resources
Notice: To accommodate scheduled Grants.gov system downtime, NIH due dates that fall on or between May 18 and May 21, 2024 will move to May 22, 2024. (Announcement Link)
NSF: Agency has released updated Proposal & Award Policy & Procedures (PAPPG) (NSF 24-1). NSF has implemented common forms (Biosketch, Other Support) for applications on or after May 20th. These forms must be created in SciENcv.
NIH: Peer Review – Simplified Review Framework for NIH Research Project Grant Applications (NOT-OD-24-010). This new framework and structure will begin with submission for due dates on or after January 25th, 2025. Information concerning the framework will be included in updated NOFOs. Resources for Simplified Review Framework webinar and overview of changes are available here.
More to come on these changes including training resources and further updates.
Upcoming Form and System updates:
The revised Cayuse Supplemental form is complete and will be circulated. Version 5.0 will be required for application on or after June 5th. This will be shared directly and uploaded to the OGS website.
Reminder: Cayuse has added a required field to the proposal in SP (Early Approval /Submission Request). If you require early review, select Yes and enter the date in the text box. If you do not require early review, select No. You will need to enter information to complete this field for routing.
Reminder: Cayuse training will continue to be available monthly by invitation. Please contact OGS to request inclusion (OGS@einsteinmed.edu).
Please continue to reach out to OGS for all your research administrative related inquiries. We look forward to continuing to provide a high level of support for your applications as well as clear updates on sponsor requirements and guidance to maximize funding success!
Sincerely,
M. Caitlin McKenna