DER Weekly Newsletter, November 15th, 2019


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November 15th, 2019

		DER Funding Database

		Weekly In Progress Report

DER Director News

The DER office is currently revamping the ticket system to provide for a more efficient and user-friendly system. Stay tuned for more information!

		KC System Implementation Update: Issue 53, 11-12-19
		A new question has been added to the Proposal Person Certification questions in the Proposal Development module. The new question is a result of increased federal scrutiny related to research integrity and foreign influence. Learn more here.

		TWO Important announcements regarding NSF Biosketches
		There has been some confusion regarding the information to be included in the up to Five (5) synergistic activities required on NSF Biosketches. Click here for more information.

Army Request for Market Research | Hybrid Electric Technologies

The Army is requesting information from NAMC members on defense and/or commercial hybrid electric technology capabilities.

Deadline to Submit Information | 20 November 2019 COB

		Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation seminar on foundation award opportunities.
		On November 4, 2019, the office of the Senior Vice President for Research and Innovation held a seminar on foundation award opportunities. Click here to review a summary of the seminar.

		Feedback Needed
		The College of Engineering is developing policies for faculty engaged in startup companies regarding how we can safely involve students in company research while ensuring academic progress is being made and overseen by unconflicted individuals or entities. Please provide feedback to John Verboncoeur or the Engineering Research Committee.

Is Your Budget Ready for Review?

Feeling like that budget has been on your desk forever and you just want it approved? Fortunately, budget review and approval is one area that can be streamlined to help you have more time for that next task. Ensuring that your budget is ready for review before sending it to OSP will improve the submission process. Click here to learn more!

Upcoming Seminars

Posting available at: https://www.egr.msu.edu/event/2019/11/19/der-presents-insight-nsf-grant-preparation-and-effective
For more info please contact: Max Gates at gatesmax@msu.edu
Link to participate by Zoom: https://msu.zoom.us/j/834358401
RSVP is encouraged: https://nsfmsu.eventbrite.com

November 12th, 2019

Miss The Last Seminar? Watch It Here!

This seminar included an overview of the export control process, how it is addressed at MSU, issues with visa applications for international students, faculty, and visiting scholars, as well as helpful tips and resources to assist PIs. A few words were mentioned about changes in export control regulations.

(SLIDES) Export Control

Unofficial Check List for J1 Visa Requests