Please see information distributed yesterday by the NSF – an extremely helpful and informative FAQ.

Below are a few important highlights:

• Conflict of Interest information
• Requirement to use SciENcv as of October 23, 2023 (Biographical Sketch and C & P documents)
• Indirect Costs rate use and application on awards
• Funding to foreign organizations
• Reminders on Participant Support Costs: Breakfast, coffee, training supplies, room rental and materials are not participant support costs.
• RECR requirements
• Safe and Inclusive Working Environments for Off-Campus or Off-Site Research – TO BE COVERED IN APRIL’S COFFEE WITH ORPA! Register today on the Employee Learning Center.

If you have any questions on this FAQ, please reach out to your Grant & Contract Administrator (GCA) at ORPA.

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Dear Colleagues:

NSF has issued revised Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) On Proposal Preparation and Award Administration Related to the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) (NSF 23-1). Any questions should be directed to the Policy Office in the Division of Institution and Award Support at [email protected].

Regards,

Jean Feldman

Head, Policy Office

Division of Institution and Award Support

Office of Budget, Finance & Award Management