Announcements
- ORSP is closed on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. We wish everyone a nice holiday weekend and look forward to reconnecting with you on Tuesday, September 2.
- The next NSF Division of Environmental Biology virtual office hour, on September 9, will focus on how to write a great proposal. While some content may be specific to DEB, much of it will be transferrable to other NSF divisions. Click here to learn more and register.
- The US Department of Energy BES Early Career Network is hosting a Fireside Chat with Dr. Ismaila Dabo on September 10. This session, meant to facilitate discussions on career paths and lessons learned, is ideal for early-career scientists, including graduate students and postdocs. Learn more and register to attend here.
- The Institutional Review Board (IRB) has developed a new protocol form to replace Forms A, D, and E in preparation for the implementation of DASH Research IRB coming in November. The new form, available here, is effective for protocols submitted after September 19.
- The internal selection process for the FY26 NSF S-STEM competition has launched in InfoReady Review. See the details in the limited submission competitions table below.
- Whether you need a long-term strategic plan for your research or just aren’t sure which sponsors to target for your project, the Pre-Award Services team is here to help! Learn more about our research development services here and submit your request for research development support through InfoReady Review here.
Limited Submission Competitions
The following programs have a limited submission requirement. If you are interested in the program, you must submit a letter of intent by the internal deadline to be eligible to participate in an internal selection competition if one is held.
| Sponsor/Program | Internal Deadline | Limitations or Special Considerations |
| NSF S-STEM Internal Selection LOI | September 23, 2025 | PI eligibility varies by track. See competition description for details. |
Internal Grant Competitions
| Sponsor/Program | Deadline | Limitations or Special Considerations |
| FY26 Open Publishing Support Fund | Rolling through 6/30/26 | Lead authors/applicants are limited to 1 award per fiscal year. |
Sponsored Projects Policy Spotlight: FI0205 – Sponsored Projects
Sponsored Projects Policy FI0205 lays out the general policies for defining what a sponsored project is, the responsibilities and obligations of each key unit, and what the grant process should look like. Curious to know the difference between a “grant” and “contract”, and why only authorized personnel can sign them? It’s all in this policy!