Research Update

The VTCSOM Research Update is a monthly newsletter for VTCSOM faculty and staff involved in sponsored research. Each issue covers federal agency policy updates and notices from NIH, NSF, and other sponsors; internal and external funding opportunities; upcoming proposal deadlines including VTCSOM-specific internal deadlines and OSP submission requirements; and announcements from Virginia Tech and VTCSOM relevant to pre- and post-award grant administration. The newsletter also includes a curated list of resources and subscription links to help you stay connected to the broader research administration community. Email Heather Mason with questions or ideas.

Issue Library

Vol 1, Issue 1, June 2026

• Upcoming Deadlines at a Glance, including the NIH R01 October 5 submission round
• Federal Agency Updates: OMB's proposed overhaul of federal grant regulations, key NIH and NSF policy updates, including changes to Common Forms, peer review, continuous submission, and data management plans
• Funding Opportunities: CFWPP, NIAID, and NSF
• Staying Connected: Resources for staying up-to-date around campus and beyond.

Vol 1, Issue 2, August 2026

• Upcoming Deadlines at a Glance, including NSF Future CoRe due in September and NIH R01s and R21s due in October. 
• VTCSOM & VT Announcements: Note change to OSP/OESRC review of pre-submissions, stricter enforcement of the OSP submission procedure, and research security training reminders.
• Federal Agency Updates: Lastest information on the OMB proposed rule, key NIH notices, and NSF's planned overhaul of the PAPPG.
• Funding Opportunities: CFWPP, CHRB, NSF Future CoRe
• Upcoming Events: Training on the new NIH Data Management and Sharing Plan form and Faculty Town Hall with Dr. Sui and Dr. Fricker to address changing federal funding landscape.
• Staying Connected: Resources for staying up-to-date around campus and beyond.