Research Updates and Funding Opportunities from DRA
| Research Updates and Reminders |
| DRA’s FAQ of the Week: I have an appointment at another institution that has an IRB. Do I have to submit research I do at that institution to this IRB? Yes, only if you are engaging Tufts in the research. Researchers affiliated with TUSDM/TMC must submit for Tufts IRB review any human research project they will be involved in if it will be conducted at Tufts or on behalf of Tufts somewhere else. Please also refer to OHRP’s guidance on engagement in research for more information: http://www.hhs.gov/ohrp/policy/engage08.html Simplified Review Framework for NIH Research Project Grant Applications A simplified review framework will be implemented for grant receipt deadlines of January 25, 2025 and beyond. The simplified framework is expected to better focus peer reviewers on the key questions needed to assess the scientific and technical merit of proposed research projects: “Can and should the proposed research project be conducted?” READ MORE Reminder: Use of SciENcv is required for NSF proposals Beginning October 23, 2023, use of SciENcv to prepare documents for NSF proposals and upload in Research.gov or Grants.gov will become mandatory. For resources and frequently asked questions using SciENcv, click here. For more information about SciENcv, refer to PARTs session about SciENcv. NIH Loan Repayment Programs Researchers who secure a qualified position funded by a domestic nonprofit, university or U.S. government entity may be eligible for loan repayment. Health professionals who have doctoral-level degrees and are conducting biomedical or behavioral research funded by domestic nonprofit or government organizations may be eligible for up to $50,000 of NIH loan repayment per year to repay educational debts. The application cycle closes mid-November. Visit https://www.lrp.nih.gov/ for more information on the programs, deadlines, and to start your application. REMINDER: ADEA Award Applications Are Due Nov. 1! ADEA recognizes achievement and distinction among its members through an awards program. In conjunction with ADEA’s corporate partners, ADEA offers student scholarships, awards for educators and funding opportunities for various fellowships. Speak with your dean, academic dean or program director to request a letter of nomination—a requirement for many ADEA awards. The submission deadline for the majority of scholarships, awards and fellowships is Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Award recipients are recognized during the the ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition on March 9-12, 2024. Visit adea.org/facultyawards to check out all of the awards and apply! |
Upcoming Trainings, Workshops, and Opportunites
| Office of the Vice Provost for Research Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training – November 30 and December 7, 14 and 21 and 8The RCR Course at Tufts University is designed to meet NIH and NSF requirements for grant-funded research. The purpose of the course is to help guide the Tufts University research community in understanding the multi-faceted aspects of research integrity and to reinforce the importance of conducting research in an honest, objective, and responsible way. Four Thursdays (November 30 and December 7, 14 and 21 and 8) from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm – location will be the OVPR conference room on the 9th floor of 75 Kneeland Street. Attendance to all four dates on either campus is required for certification of completion of training. For course enrollment and specific questions about the training, please email RCR@tufts.edu. Enrollment can also be done through Tufts Learning Center |
Highlighted Funding Opportunities
| 1) Deborah Munroe Noonan Memorial Research Fund About: The Deborah Munroe Noonan Memorial Research Fund, established in 1947 by Frank M. Noonan in memory of his mother, continues its proud tradition of supporting improvements in the quality of life for children and adolescents with disabilities with two-year grants up to $160,000 (inclusive of 20% indirect costs). Recognizing that health services and supports are provided in a wide range of community settings as well as hospitals, the Noonan Research program supports innovative clinical and service system research, pilot, and evaluation projects from both nonprofit organizations and academic institutions that serve children and adolescents with chronic physical, developmental, behavioral, or emotional disabilities and associated health-related complications. Eligible organizations and target populations must be within the Fund’s geographic area of interest of Greater Boston. Eligibility: Neither a faculty position nor an advanced degree is required. Investigators may be advanced practice providers, registered nurses, educators, allied therapists, social workers, and/or other community members that work with children and adolescents with disabilities Deadline: December 5, 2023 More Information: https://hria.org/tmf/noonan/2) Tisch Fund for Civic Engagement About: The purpose of this opportunity is to fund innovative initiatives and events that have a clear connection to civic life. Seeking proposals that: • Demonstrate innovation and creativity in addressing issues affecting civic life including but not limited to promoting diversity and equity, education, political participation, environment and food justice, technology and other societal issues. • Include adequate training and/or preparation for stakeholders (including Tufts students) involved. • Seek to apply what is learned in the classroom, bring theory to practice. • Build connections across disciplines and fields. Eligibility: Applicants must be currently enrolled in a Tufts University school/professional program. Deadline: Rolling deadline until November 27, 11:59 PM EST. Early application is highly recommended. More Information: Tisch Fund | Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life (tufts.edu) 3) Collaborative Science to Achieve Disruptive Innovations in Dental, Oral and Craniofacial (DOC) About: The purpose of this opportunity is to support highly integrated research teams to address challenging questions with the potential to significantly advance dental, oral and craniofacial (DOC) fields of research. Each project should have a unified and well-defined scientific goal within the NIDCR mission that requires a team with diverse perspectives and expertise in a variety of intellectual or technical areas and is beyond the experience and capabilities of one or two investigators. Teams are encouraged to consider transformative, and disruptive innovative objectives with defined 5-year outcomes. Eligibility: No agency restrictions; Please follow Tufts PI eligibility policies. Deadline: LOI due October 23rd, 2023; November 22, 2023 More Information: RFA-DE-24-003 4) Dolores Zohrab Liebmann Fund-Fellowship *LIMITED SUBMISSION About: The purpose of this opportunity is to support students with outstanding character and ability who hold promise for achievement and distinction in their chosen field of study. Eligibility: Students may be pursuing any recognized field of study in the humanities, social sciences, or natural sciences (including law, medicine, engineering, architecture or other professional training); the foundation prefers to support scholarly endeavors • Fellowships are awarded to candidates who have outstanding undergraduate records and demonstrated need for financial assistance • Applicants must demonstrate the relationship between their graduate level study and intended personal and/or professional goals Applicants must be enrolled graduate students pursuing a graduate degree in one of the fields above; must have a very strong undergraduate record; must demonstrate financial need; must be United States citizens. Please follow Tufts PI eligibility policies. Deadline: Email of Intent Due October 27th at 12:00 PM | Sponsor Deadlines: Application due date: January 20, 2024 More Information: http://fdnweb.org/liebmann/. Please note that full instructions will be provided to the nominees selected to submit. Please refer to the limited submission instructions below |