Frequently asked questions -- Common questions we receive are addressed below and are organized in three sections:
General questions, Proposal submission questions, and Award Management questions
General Questions:
Will you accept a scanned or faxed signature?
Ordinarily yes, but sometimes an item requires an original signature. We also routinely accept affirmations or approvals sent by an individual from his/her own syr.edu email account.
Is there any information available about proposals submitted or awards made to my department or unit?Yes, please see Highlights.
Could you explain the difference between a subaward or a purchased service activity?
Absolutely! Information about this topic is described here.
I have questions about human subjects. Can you help me?
Questions about the use of humans or animals in research should be directed to the Office of Research Integrity and Protections.
Their contact information is: (p) 315-443-3013 and (e) orip@syr.edu
Proposal Submission Questions:
Who can be a PI or co-PI and are exceptions to University policy possible?
The SU PI eligibility policy is available here; and from time-to-time, exceptions can be made, as described here.
Do I need to register for Grants.gov?
No, OSP is already registered for SU.
Who submits the grants.gov application?
OSP. More information about Grants.gov is available here.
What documentation do I need from a subrecipient?
Documentation needed is presented here.
Is there a template for a statement of work?
Yes, available here. This template should be used for your subrecipients, or your applications to corporate sponsors.
Is there a template for the NSF data management plan?
Not yet. However guidance is available here.
When do you need my materials by?
OSP asks you get your complete and final materials to us three (3) business days before the deadline.
Information about how we review proposals received within the three-day internal deadline can be found here.
Don't forget we need the fully signed Internal Routing and Review form by the date we submit!
Award Management Questions
What is an allowable cost to a federal award?
Information on allowable and ordinarily not-allowable as a direct cost is available here.
Do you have any guidance on how to prepare an NIH progress report?
Sure! Please go here.
When and how do I request a no-cost extension?
General and sponsor-specific guidance on requesting a No Cost Extension is available here.
Where can I see the financial status of my project, including subawards?
You can check out:
SPER - Contact Sponsored Accounting at x2059
FAB - grants inquiry - Contact Sponsored Accounting at x2059
For subaward information only, touch base with Lisa Kaley-Heyn of OSP at x 9357