Research!America Executive Order on Federal Grants

A new EO signed August 7 changes how agencies review and manage grants—requiring political sign-off, favoring institutions with lower admin costs, and allowing termination “for convenience.” If you are an alliance member of Research!America you can register for this member-only Zoom discussion on Aug. 19 at 12 p.m. ET. Email Jacqueline Lagoy to register. [email protected]

Friends of NIAID

The Friends of National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases steering committee is inviting you to join the Friends of NIAID group kick-off call on Friday, September 5, at 11:00 am EST. There will be updates and intelligence on NIAID activities and discussions on NIAID appropriations strategy. Register for the Zoom Call by clicking here.