Office of Research - UW Research

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Certificate of Confidentiality Update

The NEW NIH Certificate of Confidentiality (CoC) policy broadens the definition of identifiable human subjects data, applies to all active NIH funded research, and has specific requirements for when identifiable data can be shared.

Does my research qualify?

Delayed Revision of Human Subjects Regulations

Federal agencies have delayed implementation of the revised human subjects regulations (the “Common Rule”) until July 19, 2018. Questions? Contact the Human Subjects Division at hsdinfo@uw.edu

NIH Changes: January 2018

FORMS-E Application Package with New Human Subjects / Clinical Trial Form
Broader NIH definition of Clinical Trials
Clinical Trial Specific Funding Opportunity Announcements
Single Institutional Review Board (sIRB)

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Research Annual Report FY17 Highlights

$1,628,491,114 in sponsored grants and contracts

$1,033,812,778 federal funding

$594,678,336 non-federal funding

5,174 awards

Stats and Rankings

MyResearch Training Transcript

Need to confirm that you have completed a required training, or whether or not it has expired? Visit MyResearch Training Transcript – your resource for institutional research-required training records.

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Research Annual Report FY18 Highlights

$1,350,758,513 in sponsored grants and contracts

$1,035,012,267 federal funding

$315,746,246 non-federal funding

5,367 grants;186 grants over $1m

View FY18 Annual Report

SAGE Budget Sync

Sync your SAGE Budget to Grant Runner RR Detailed Budget

Federal Government Shutdown

We will continue to share guidance and resources from Affected Agencies
as we receive them.
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The Revised Common Rule

The human subjects regulations that govern most UW human subjects research have been revised as of January 21, 2019. See HSD’s Revised Common Rule webpage for details and resources.

Revised Common Rule

New Video Resource

Learn about MyResearch in a new 4-minute introduction to the portal.

Welcome to MyResearch

Governor Signs Bill Reducing Burden of Higher Ed Records Research

Governor Inslee signed bill SB 5786 that removes redundant state requirements about human subjects records research already protected by federal regulations. This reduces significant burden to research teams! HSD Director Karen Moe has worked for years in support of this bill, which takes effect on July 28, 2019. Congrats Karen!

Time to renew your Faculty Grants Management Training?

The newly redesigned online refresher highlights recent changes in research administration and policy. View your completed record in MyResearch Training Transcript.

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Guidance for Foreign Interests in Sponsored Programs

Our newly published webpage, “Foreign Interests in Sponsored Programs” provides guidance and resources from our federal sponsors on this important and timely issue. We will be posting new information as it becomes available.

Visit Foreign Influence on Sponsored Programs

Search is Here!

The MyResearch Search Alpha feature has been released. Search across the MyResearch portal for applications, awards, non-award agreements and training transcripts.

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New! Certificate in Research Administration

We enthusiastically announce the launch of the new Certificate in Research Administration! This certificate provides coursework on research administration practices, policies and procedures, and supports UW learners in forging career pathways.
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Shared Research Facilities and Resources

The Shared Research Facilities and Resources webpage offers an index of resources that include essential services, advanced instrumentation, and technical expertise needed for cutting-edge research. Do you have equipment, facilities or research that are available to the UW community? Contact Us!

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Mitigating Impacts to Research Activities Due to COVID-19

-Research operations should continue, see guidance
-Some human subjects research has been temporarily halted (see HSD COVID-19 page)
-OSP & HSD standing by to facilitate SARS-CoV-2 & COVID-19 proposals
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THANK YOU RESEARCH COMMUNITY

The Office of Sponsored Programs recorded a heartfelt thank you for our research community.

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Redesigned SAGE Budget

The newly redesigned SAGE Budget is here! Create and manage your budgets using a more streamlined, efficient, and intuitive design.

View Design Highlights

Research Guidance During COVID-19

Research is a CORE function of the UW. Keep up-to-date on research guidance and resources during Phase 2 of the Governor’s “Return to Work” plan.

Mitigating Impacts to Research Due to COVID-19
Guidance for Returning to In-Person Research

October is National Biosafety Month

National Biosafety Month is a perfect time to refocus your attention on all biosafety policies, practices and procedures. Investigators and lab managers should raise biosafety awareness, and discuss the importance of safety. The focus of EH&S is to promote a culture of safety!
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October is
Cybersecurity Awareness
Month

Develop or expand your cyber awareness toolkit with information and training from the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer.

Cybersecurity Awareness

New to UW Research? Welcome!

Whether you are starting out in your first position as a primary investigator, an experienced investigator new to the UW, or research administrator, our New to UW Research webpage will help you find the resources you need.

More Info

New Zipline Resources & Improvements for Human Subjects Research

More Zipline help text; short instructional videos; improvements & additions to the Researcher Guide
How to request department administrator access to the department’s IRB applications

The Strength of the UW Research Enterprise in FY2020

$1,631,239,212 in sponsored grants and contracts (up ~3.3%)

$1,231,532,044 federal funding (up~.62%)

$399,707,168 non-federal funding (up ~12.6%)

5,506 Awards (up .22%)

New! Foreign Influence and Sponsored Research Video & FAQs

New Foreign Influence and Sponsored Research Video and FAQs provide guidance for researchers engaged in international research collaborations. Watch and review Q&A from subject matter experts.

Watch Video Review the FAQs

SAGE Advance Budget Requests

The new SAGE Advance Budget Request process is now available! The new process includes automated eligibility checks, online approvals for campus, and a new, more intuitive design.

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HSD - Revisions to Restrictions

COVID-related restrictions on human subjects research are significantly revised.

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Mari Ostendorf, new UW Vice Provost for Research

On September 1, 2021, Mari Ostendorf was named the UW’s fourth Vice Provost for Research

September 25th is Research Administrator Day!

Honoring our Research Administrators who manage the complexities and sheer workload that support $1.89B in sponsored grants and contracts for FY21. We applaud each and every one!

UW Research Timeline

Explore the vast history of the UW from 1852-to 2021. View groundbreaking research accomplishments and fascinating historical highlights such as our first faculty, student body, and graduate in 1876, Clara McCarty.
View the Timeline

Congratulations to Karen Moe!

Former Human Subjects Division Director Karen Moe has been chosen as a recipient of the David B. Thorud Leadership Award. The winners will be honored from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. on June 9 at the Meany Hall for the Performing Arts.
About the Ceremony

Microsoft Will Retire Internet Explorer 11 on June 15, 2022

If you use IE11 to access research systems (including the Research Website), we highly recommend switching to the latest version of Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Mozilla Firefox for the best experience.

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Research Report in the B.I. Portal

Review the Research Administration Data (RAD) report that allows you to view proposals and awards based on a specific principal investigator (PI) or keyword is now available in the B.I. Portal.

Learn More About the Report

Supporting Research During UW Finance Transformation

Learn more about UW Finance Transformation (UWFT), the upcoming changes to research administration systems and processes, and how we will support you on our journey to Workday go-live in July 2023!

UWFT for the Research Community

Featuring Online Training: IRB 101

New to working with the UW IRB? Go through the basics step by step in the IRB 101 online tutorial, required for students and residents and recommended for others new to human subjects research.

IRB 101 Tutorial

Research Highlights FY22

$1.67B in sponsored grants and contracts
$1.27B federal funding
$400M non-federal funding
5,605 awards

October is National Biosafety Month

National Biosafety Month is a perfect time to refocus your attention on safer policies, practices and procedures. Investigators and lab managers should consider substituting potential hazards for safer alternatives. Read about safer alternatives to reduce the potential for harm.
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NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy

NIH’s new DMS Policy has significant impacts for proposals submitted for due dates on or after January 25, 2023

resources and more information…

Supporting Research During UW Finance Transformation

We are approaching the summit on our journey to Workday Finance go-live. With the July 6 launch just around the corner, make sure you are prepared. Visit our webpage, UWFT for the Research Community.

UWFT for the Research Community

Commemorating Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom

On June 19, 1865, Union General Granger informed the enslaved African Americans of their freedom and that the Civil War had ended.
This is a day that calls for respectful acknowledgment of our past and a reflection on our future. Let us all do our part to create lasting change.

NewProfs@UW: Making Connections to Help Launch your Academic Career

NewProfs@UW is an in-person workshop on September 11, 2023 that welcomes incoming faculty to the UW community and connects them to resources that support research, scholarship and career development.

Learn More & Register

Research Administrator Day
September 25

Thanks to our outstanding UW Research Administrators! In a top ranked institution with over $1.8 Billion in research funding, our staff are required to have a high level of knowledge and expertise to keep up with complex requirements and heavy workloads.

Join us in celebration

New IRB Tools for Designing Research Consent

The UW IRB has published new resources to assist researchers with designing a participant-focused consent. These tools include new web guidance, new templates, and example consent forms.

UW consent templates

October is National Biosafety Month

National Biosafety Month is a perfect time to refocus your attention on safer policies, practices, and procedures. Investigators and lab managers are encouraged to develop written SOPs for procedures involving biohazards.

Value of written procedures

Washington Research Foundation – Ronald S. Howell Distinguished Faculty Fellowship

Faculty selected as the inaugural cohort of the Washington Research Foundation–Ronald S. Howell Distinguished Faculty Fellowship, endowed in honor of WRF’s longtime CEO Ron Howell. Awardees are Gabe Cler, Sam Golden, and Amy Orsborn.
Announcement

Tips for Award Setup and Modification Requests in SAGE

Visit our webpage featuring quick tips for completing Award Setup and Modification Requests in SAGE, including comments, budgets, returned items, and helpful resources.

Review Tips

SAGE Award Search Now Available!

You can now search for Award Setup, Modification, and Advance Requests from the SAGE Awards section.

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The Seattle Hub for Synthetic Biology

The UW Office of Research congratulates The Allen Institute, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative, and UW Medicine on the launch of their landmark collaboration, The Seattle Hub for Synthetic Biology.

Task Force Outlines Strategies for Incorporating D•E•I• Approaches in Research

The Office of Research Task Force on Equity in Research has released its report on supporting and growing the UW’s incorporation of diversity, equity and inclusion approaches in research.

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Royalty Research Fund Grants Awarded

The Office of Research would like to congratulate the 25 UW researchers selected for the January 2024 Royalty Research Fund grant awards.

See awardee list

Xiaosong Li co-leads International Research Team's Attosecond Discovery

Xiaosong Li, Associate Vice Provost for Research Cyberinfrastructure, is the co-lead of an international research team behind a breakthrough discovery which isolates the movement of electrons by measuring time in attoseconds.

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UW Computer Science and Chemistry Faculty named Sloan Fellows

The Office of Research congratulates UW faculty members Simon S. Du and Adriana Schulz in Computer Science, and Alexandra Velian in Chemistry, on being awarded early-career fellowships from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.

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New Resources for Grant Reporting

The Office of Research, the Finance DATAGroup, and UW-IT Reporting & Analytics are thrilled to announce three new Grant Reporting resources for grant management: The Grant Planning and Forecasting Tool, The Post-Award Dashboard, and The Principal Investigator Dashboard.

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Two UW Researchers
Named AAAS Fellows

The Office of Research congratulates UW faculty members Brandi Cossairt in Chemistry and Andy Stergachis in Pharmacy and Global Health on being named Fellows by the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

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Apply for an OR-hosted Discussion on Equity in Research for Excellence

The Office of Research invites UW researchers to apply to organize an OR-hosted meal and discussion of its recent Report on Equity in Research for Excellence.

Apply Now

UW Researchers elected to
the National Academy of Sciences

Qiang Fu, Calvin professor of Atmospheric Sciences, and Raymond Huey, professor emeritus of Biology, have been elected to the National Academy of Sciences in recognition of their research achievements.

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Emancipation Day: Celebrating Freedom and Equality on Juneteenth

Juneteenth marks the date June 19, 1865, when enslaved Black people in Texas learned of their freedom and the end of the Civil War. The Office of Research commemorates Emancipation Day by acknowledging our shared history and working toward a more equitable future.

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Explore SAGE Budget resources

Review new job aids for award budgets, join weekly SAGE Office Hours, and refresh your SAGE Budget knowledge.

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Royalty Research Fund Grants Awarded

The Office of Research would like to congratulate the 25 UW faculty researchers selected for the June 2024 Royalty Research Fund grant awards.

See awardee list

UW ranked No.7 among Best Global Universities

The University of Washington has tied for No. 7 in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Global Universities 2024-2025 rankings, and ranks No. 2 in public institutions.

Guidance updates on Foreign interests
in sponsored programs

Federal Sponsors and the UW prohibit personnel from participating in Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Programs (MFTRP).

Register today for the Biomedical Research Integrity Program (BRI)

BRI training is required every four years for all pre-and post-doctoral researchers supported by NIH training grants. Register today to secure your spot in the September 5th program.

Diversity in Clinical Trials Draft Supplement and Guidance

HSD released a draft Diversity Plan for Clinical Trials supplement and guidance, available for public comment. Visit the link below for more on accessing the draft, providing comments, and an upcoming town hall meeting.

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NewProfs@UW:
Launch your Academic Career

New faculty onboarding for 2024 takes place on September 12-13. Full-time faculty at any rank joining the UW in the past two years are invited to register.

See event schedule

Proposal Reminders

Tips for proposal submission success.

Review Tips & Reminders

National Research Administrators Day
is September 25

The Office of Research thanks all research administrators and research support staff at all three UW campuses and our research partner institutions for their dedication and contributions in furthering UW’s research impact.

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Welcome UW research community
to academic year 24-25

The Office of Research shares the anticipation and energy of a new academic year with all members of the UW research community, and we are excited to support your research endeavors.

President’s Message

Schedule a "Spa day" for your lab!

October is National Biosafety Month and UW Environmental Health and Safety has tips to strengthen biosafety and ensure “good housekeeping” practices in the lab.

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Computational biologist and UW professor David Baker awarded the
2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

The Office of Research congratulates our esteemed colleague David Baker on being awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his pioneering work on computational protein design.

What if I receive a notice of award?

When you receive a notice of an award you should create an Award Setup or Modification Request in SAGE as soon as possible.

Learn how

Be Boundless

UW Research

Announcements

November 8, 2024

Upcoming: Dean’s Office Level Award Reporting Tools

November 6, 2024

November 5, 2024 SAGE Suite Release Notes

October 31, 2024

Current OSP Employment Opportunities

October 24, 2024

Horizons Newsletter – October 2024

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Research at the UW

A new website featuring stories of high impact, interdisciplinary research at the UW, including profiles of the researchers, faculty, and students that make up our diverse research community.

Visit Research Website

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Need help navigating Workday Finance?

The Office of Research maintains the Workday Finance & Research webpage, which includes information, instructions, and resources to help you navigate the transition to Workday Finance. This one-stop resource is updated with the latest information and links as they are released.

Visit Web Page

World Leaders in Research

The Office of Research invests in the future, enabling research advances
to sustain UW’s reputation as a preeminent public university.

Nobel Prizes

258

Research Centers

5,506

Awards

$1.87B

UW Today: Featured Research

Exciting research is taking place all over campus. Visit UW Today – Research to see what research is being featured.

Visit UW Today-Research

The UW Research Timeline

A look through UW’s vast history of research accomplishments.

Research Timeline

Vision

The Office of Research cultivates a world class research ecosystem
that catalyzes and supports discovery and innovation with local and global impact.

About Us

Popular Resources

PI Quick Links

Collaboration

Tools

Support Offices

Research Units

UW Research Partners

Office of Research Compliance

UW Partner Compliance

Research Administration

Research Compliance

Featured Story Slideshow

Certificate of Confidentiality Update

Delayed Revision of Human Subjects Regulations

NIH Changes: January 2018

Research Annual Report FY17 Highlights

MyResearch Training Transcript

Research Annual Report FY18 Highlights

SAGE Budget Sync

Federal Government Shutdown

The Revised Common Rule

New Video Resource

Governor Signs Bill Reducing Burden of Higher Ed Records Research

Time to renew your Faculty Grants Management Training?

Guidance for Foreign Interests in Sponsored Programs

Search is Here!

New! Certificate in Research Administration

Shared Research Facilities and Resources

Mitigating Impacts to Research Activities Due to COVID-19

THANK YOU RESEARCH COMMUNITY

Redesigned SAGE Budget

Research Guidance During COVID-19

October is National Biosafety Month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month

New to UW Research? Welcome!

New Zipline Resources & Improvements for Human Subjects Research

The Strength of the UW Research Enterprise in FY2020

New! Foreign Influence and Sponsored Research Video & FAQs

SAGE Advance Budget Requests

HSD - Revisions to Restrictions

Mari Ostendorf, new UW Vice Provost for Research

September 25th is Research Administrator Day!

UW Research Timeline

Congratulations to Karen Moe!

Microsoft Will Retire Internet Explorer 11 on June 15, 2022

Research Report in the B.I. Portal

Supporting Research During UW Finance Transformation

Featuring Online Training: IRB 101

Research Highlights FY22

October is National Biosafety Month

NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy

Supporting Research During UW Finance Transformation

Commemorating Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom

NewProfs@UW: Making Connections to Help Launch your Academic Career

Research Administrator Day September 25

New IRB Tools for Designing Research Consent

October is National Biosafety Month

Washington Research Foundation – Ronald S. Howell Distinguished Faculty Fellowship

Tips for Award Setup and Modification Requests in SAGE

SAGE Award Search Now Available!

The Seattle Hub for Synthetic Biology

Task Force Outlines Strategies for Incorporating D•E•I• Approaches in Research

Royalty Research Fund Grants Awarded

Xiaosong Li co-leads International Research Team's Attosecond Discovery

UW Computer Science and Chemistry Faculty named Sloan Fellows

New Resources for Grant Reporting

Two UW Researchers Named AAAS Fellows

Apply for an OR-hosted Discussion on Equity in Research for Excellence

UW Researchers elected to the National Academy of Sciences

Emancipation Day: Celebrating Freedom and Equality on Juneteenth

Explore SAGE Budget resources

Royalty Research Fund Grants Awarded

UW ranked No.7 among Best Global Universities

Guidance updates on Foreign interests in sponsored programs

Register today for the Biomedical Research Integrity Program (BRI)

Diversity in Clinical Trials Draft Supplement and Guidance

NewProfs@UW: Launch your Academic Career

Proposal Reminders

National Research Administrators Day is September 25

Welcome UW research community to academic year 24-25

October is
Cybersecurity Awareness
Month

Research Administrator Day
September 25

Two UW Researchers
Named AAAS Fellows

UW Researchers elected to
the National Academy of Sciences

Guidance updates on Foreign interests
in sponsored programs

NewProfs@UW:
Launch your Academic Career

National Research Administrators Day
is September 25

Welcome UW research community
to academic year 24-25

Computational biologist and UW professor David Baker awarded the
2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry

The Office of Research invests in the future, enabling research advances
to sustain UW’s reputation as a preeminent public university.