1. Institutional Review Board Application Updates
The Institutional Review Board (IRB) has updated a few of its forms to comply with new regulations and University policies. Revisions were specifically made to sections on human subjects training, oversight and monitoring, the subject profiles, and Appendices E, F, and I. The most current versions of IRB forms are available at http://www.research.umn.edu/irb/download/.
2. Research Operational Issues During an Influenza Pandemic
This fall, the University will experience not only the expected seasonal influenza but also the 2009 H1N1 influenza, which is sweeping the globe in the first flu pandemic in 40 years. You may need to take special precautions to minimize impact on your research. We will all need to be cooperative, flexible, and resilient in responding to changing conditions.
The Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) is collaborating with the Department of Environmental Health and Safety (DEHS) to ensure researchers are awareness of the possible effect that an H1N1 flu pandemic may have on research laboratories. Researchers should be aware of the Research Operational issues if laboratory hibernation is required.
Frequent updates and up-to-date information is available on the University H1N1 website.
If you have lab hibernation or safety questions, please contact DEHS at 612.626.6002.
3. "Incidental Findings in Genetic Research: Implications for Researchers"
"Incidental Findings in Genetic Research: Implications for Researchers" will be the topic for the next Clinical Research Coordinators' Group meeting on Thursday, September 24, 3:15 - 4:45 p.m. in 5-125 Moos Tower. Genetic research promises to identify the basis of many diseases, lead to better diagnostic tests and more targeted therapies, and eventually find cures for many conditions. However, genetic information uncovered in studies sometimes extends beyond the scope of the research, leading to situations that can be challenging to both researchers and clinicians. Bonnie LeRoy, director of the Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling, will use a case-based approach to look at some of the common incidental information that can be unintentionally identified with genetic research studies and will discuss ways in which these challenges can be managed. The meeting is open to anyone in the research community.
4. IRB Accepts Social and Behavioral Sciences Applications by E-mail
The IRB is now accepting social and behavioral sciences applications by e-mail. Researchers need to submit their application using their University e-mail accounts as it will ensure secure password protected authentications. Student researchers must carbon copy (cc) their advisor. Send completed applications to irb@umn.edu. Track the status of your proposal at http://eresearch.umn.edu/erc/.
To download the application, visit http://cflegacy.research.umn.edu/irb/download/social.cfm.
5. Student Scholar and Public Engagement Showcase
Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to exhibit their research, art, and design at the first Student Scholar and Public Engagement Showcase to be held on October 7, 2009, from 1-4:00 p.m., on the TCF Bank Stadium Concourse. This is the premier academic event associated with Homecoming. Current undergraduate and graduate students, along with 2009 graduates, are welcome to present. Staff and faculty are invited to display a poster or exhibit that details their publicly engaged research, teaching, or direct service.
To exhibit, please register by September 18 at http://www.homecoming.umn.edu/?id=7363.
6. NSF Responsible Conduct of Research Requirement for Students
Beginning January 4, 2010, the National Science Foundation (NSF) will require that institutions applying for funding from NSF have plans to provide appropriate training and oversight in the responsible and ethical conduct of research to undergraduates, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers who will be supported by NSF to conduct research. An ad hoc NSF RCR committee has been meeting through the summer to develop this plan for the University. The final implementation notice from NSF was in the August 20, 2009 Federal Register; for the full text, visit http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2009-08-20/html/E9-19930.htm. Information about the University's plan will be forthcoming.
If you have questions or comments, please contact Carol Foth at fothx001@umn.edu or 612.624.1854.
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Funding Opportunities and Program Announcements
- For details about Stimulus Bill funding opportunities and news, visit http://www.research.umn.edu/stimulus.html.
- Grand Challenges Explorations fosters innovation in global health research. The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has committed $100 million to encourage scientists worldwide to expand the pipeline of ideas to fight our greatest health challenges. Topics for Grand Challenges Explorations Round 4 are:
For details, visit http://www.grandchallenges.org/Explorations/Pages/Introduction.aspx.
Deadline: November 2, 2009
- McKnight Land-Grant Professorship nominations are being accepted by the Office of the Vice President for Research. The program provides two-year awards to junior faculty through an annual competition with the aim of strengthening the faculty for the future. For details, visit http://www.grad.umn.edu/faculty-staff/mcknight/land_grant.html.
Deadline: October 1, 2009
- The Grant-in-Aid Fall 2009 competition is accepting applications. The Grant-in-Aid of Research, Artistry and Scholarship Program in the Office of the Vice President for Research seeks to promote the scholarly and artistic activities of the faculty and their graduate students and to foster academic excellence within the University. For details, visit http://www.research.umn.edu/gia/rfp.html.
Deadline: September 21, 2009
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