Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Information for NIH Applicants and Recipients of NIH Funding

https://grants.nih.gov/grants/natural_disasters/corona-virus.htm

The NIH is deeply concerned for the health and safety of people involved in NIH research, and about the effects on the biomedical enterprise in the areas affected by the HHS declared public health emergency for COVID-19. Due to the potential exceptional impact, we want to assure our recipient community that NIH will be doing our part to help you continue your research.

This notice provides updated Guidance on:

·         Proposal Submission & Award Management

UPDATE: NIH Late Application Policy Due to Public Health Emergency for United States for 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) - NOT-OD-20-091

General Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Proposal Submission and Award Management Related to COVID-19 - NOT-OD-20-083

Flexibilities Available to Applicants and Recipients of Federal Financial Assistance Affected by COVID-19 - NOT-OD-20-086

Human Subjects & Clinical Trials

Guidance for NIH-funded Clinical Trials and Human Subjects Studies Affected by COVID-19 - NOT-OD-20-087

FDA Guidance on Conduct of Clinical Trials of Medical Products during COVID-19 Pandemic 

·         Animal Welfare

OLAW Webinar: Pandemic Contingency Planning and Its Impact on Animal Care  - March 19, 2020 

Flexibilities for Assured Institutions for Activities of Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees (IACUCs) Due to COVID-19 - NOT-OD-20-088

·         Peer Review

Based on NIH Guidance on Travel and Meetings , in-person NIH peer review meetings are being held in alternate formats. Scientific review officers will be in contact with peer reviewers about these changes.

·         FAQ’s

NIH FAQs: COVID-19 Flexibilities for Applicants and Recipients

·         Funding Opportunities Specific to COVID-19

               https://grants.nih.gov/grants/natural_disasters/corona-virus.htm

Should you have any questions, please contact OSP.

UPDATE: NIH Late Application Policy Due to Public Health Emergency for United States for 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

·         Notice Number: NOT-OD-20-091

·         https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-20-091.html

All grant applications submitted late for due dates between March 9, 2020, and May 1, 2020, will be accepted through May 1, 2020.

***PLEASE READ FULL NOTICE FOR DETAILS***

Other Related Announcements

NOT-OD-20-082- NIH LATE APPLICATION POLICY Due to Public Health Emergency for United States for 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

NOT-OD-20-083- General Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Proposal Submission and Award Management Related to COVID-19

NOT-OD-20-086- Flexibilities Available to Applicants and Recipients of Federal Financial Assistance Affected by COVID-19

NOT-OD-20-087- Guidance for NIH-funded Clinical Trials and Human Subjects Studies Affected by COVID-19

Should you have any questions, please contact OSP.

Written by Jenika Brown, OAPA Peer Advisor

It’s time to dispel the notion that taking advantage of people is bad! Okay, before you judge, let me explain. You shouldn’t take advantage of people, but more so the opportunities around you. As a student at UMBC, you are literally surrounded by professionals who are in your desired career field, know people in that field, or are able to provide you with the fundamentals that you need for this field…take advantage of that while you can. It’s as easy as 1,2,3! Keep reading to see how.

Make everyone your advisor!

Believe it or not, the successful professionals around you had to discover themselves, their path, and their passion…just like you. Just asking a professional in your field(s) of interest about their story will open your eyes and doors to countless opportunities! Remember, establishing a good rapport with professionals around you can lead to letters of recommendation, internships, jobs, etc.

Use social media like a pro!

First impressions are everything, and for your potential employer this can mean social media. Forget Instagram; Snapchat; or Facebook, LinkedIn is the place to be!

LinkedIn is a social media site catered to building professional connections. As opposed to funny videos and cool selfies, your LinkedIn profile works as an interactive resume. You can list your credentials, join professional groups, and search and apply for jobs!

P.S.- There’s a UMBC Alumni group on LinkedIn, click here to follow them now!

P.S.S.- Make sure you have a professional email handy, i.e.- your first and last name and minimal numbers.

Start right here at UMBC!

Where better to learn how to effectively network than the Career Center? In addition to hosting a plethora of events that function to further your professional endeavors, like the Career Fair and informational sessions, there are plenty of helpful sources available to you online such as: Networking 101, 10 Effective Tips for Networking, Informational Interviews

Community work is always important and a bonus, and the Shriver Center has plenty of programs, mentorships, etc. that are based in vital civic duties/community service. Click here to learn more about the Programs and Initiatives The Shriver Center sponsors!

The CNMS Scholars Program at UMBC is a selective undergraduate initiative designed to support talented individuals interested in the advancement of women students in the sciences and engineering. This prestigious program is being sponsored by the College of Natural and Mathematical Sciences (CNMS) at UMBC to provide comprehensive support to students pursuing majors where women are still underrepresented, specifically: mathematics, statistics, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, bioinformatics/computational biology, mechanical engineering, and chemical/biochemical engineering. The program will connect high-potential students to a community of designated faculty mentors and a myriad of campus support services in an effort to facilitate their academic success in these rigorous majors. CNMS Program Scholarships are for one year and could be renewable annually for up to two additional years, in accordance with funding availability and meeting program requirements as defined in an award agreement. 

The online application process includes uploading an application letter to the selection committee with an essay that covers three topics, as well as the submission of academic transcripts and a resume. The link to the application form can be found here. Applications are due by Friday, April 17.

All applicants to the CNMS Scholars Program must have and maintain:

• Status as a full-time student at UMBC
• A minimum UMBC cumulative 3.0 grade point average
•   Declared major in one of the following STEM disciplines: Mathematics/Statistics, Physics, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Bioinformatics/Computational Biology
• Demonstrated interest and commitment to the advancement of women in the identified STEM disciplines
• Compliance with all requirements and expectations of the CNMS Scholars Program
• Good-standing status throughout the University

We welcome your submissions.