Glossary of Terms and Acronyms
- Authorized Signature
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Signature of a university official who is designated to give assurances, make commitments, and execute documents on behalf of the University. See also: Authority to Sign:…
- Automated Export System AES
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15 CFR 30.1 AES is a nationwide system operational at all ports and for all methods of transportation through which export shipment data required by multiple…
- autonomy
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An individual’s right to consider alternatives, make choices, and act without undue influence or interference of others. See: Belmont Report
- Award
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An agreement that memorializes the terms and conditions between the University and the sponsor, in which the sponsor supports a specific scope of work carried out…
- Award Document
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This formal documentation from the sponsor outlines the financial contribution to support a special project. It includes terms and conditions. The award document must be followed…
- Award End Date
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The project period end date as specified in the terms and conditions of the award. Related Terms & Resources: Award
- Award File
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Files maintained at the unit level for award content. Related Terms & Resources: Award
- AWF
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Animal Welfare Assurance
- BAA
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Broad Agency Announcement
- Background Intellectual Property
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Generally, Intellectual Property (IP) not arising within the Project but of use to the Project, the rights to which are owned or controlled by the UW,…