NIH Seeks Two Human Research Protection Officers
May 1, 2008
NIH seeks scientists to provide expert advice on human subjects protection issues related to NIH extramural programs.
Author: NIH Staff
Final Report on Realizing the Potential of Pharmacogenomics: Opportunities and Challenges Now Available
May 1, 2008
A new report explores the potential for pharmacogenomics (PGx) to advance the development of strategies to improve the safety and quality of health care; identify opportunities and barriers in need of the Federal Government’s attention; and make policy recommendations to enhance the development and integration of PGx applications.
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New Listing of International Ethics Resources Available
May 1, 2008
The NIH Program on Clinical Research Policy Analysis and Coordination recently augmented their bioethics resources on the web with the addition of a compilation of international guidelines, codes, regulations, policies, and declarations.
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New Procedures Protect NIH Application Data Sent to Peer Reviewers on Compact Disks
May 1, 2008
Data on compact disks sent to peer reviewers prior to study section meetings are being password protected as of May 15, 2008 to enhance the confidentiality of the peer review process.
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Electronic Submission: A Look Ahead
May 1, 2008
NIH plans to transition from PureEdge to Adobe version of the SF424 (R&R) in December 2008 and schedules transition of many remaining mechanisms.
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Public Access Update
May 1, 2008
NIH updated the Public Access FAQ this month to provide procedural changes and clarifications. Also, the NIH Public Access Request for Information ends May 31.
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Promoting Objectivity in Research – Key Points
May 1, 2008
Despite recent efforts, compliance issues with financial conflict of interest policies continue. The three major concerns are: too narrow a definition of investigator, the timing of reporting and ensuring subrecipients comply with the regulation.
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Animals in Research Seminar Series for Institutional Officials and IACUC Staff
April 1, 2008
These seminars will deliver information in a streamlined format, directly to your office without the expense, inconvenience, and time commitment of travel.
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NIH to Host Research Symposium on Clinical Applications of Stem Cell Therapies
April 1, 2008
Challenges and Promise of Cell-Based Therapies is a one-day symposium to explore promising research in regenerative medicine using stem cells.
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eRA Grants Management Line of Business Appeal Granted
April 1, 2008
A recent OMB decision allows NIH to continue using eRA systems and servicing our partner agencies.
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