Volume IV, Issue 3
March , 2004
Research and Sponsored Programs
Research Symposium
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You’re Invited to Attend the April 13 Research Symposium!
Keynote Address by IUPUI Chancellor Bantz and VPR McRobbie
Don't miss this opportunity to meet with other faculty researchers, administrators, and graduate students and learn the tips and techniques that work in the “real” world of award administration. With a focus on “Facing the Challenges of Research and Sponsored Programs Administration Together”, the Research Symposium Spring 2004 will feature keynote speakers IUPUI Chancellor Charles R. Bantz and IU Vice President for Research Michael A. McRobbie. The Spring Symposium will be presented on Tuesday, April 13, 2004, 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the IUPUI University Library Lilly Auditorium by the IU research and sponsored programs offices. New faculty track breakout sessions have been added this year. Register to attend and learn about the future of research at Indiana University. Registration and more information is available at: http://www.iupui.edu/~resed/symposiumintrospring04.htm.  
Proposals & Awards
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NIH Announces Change in Salary Cap
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a revision to the salary cap. Effective January 1, 2004, the salary cap was increased to $174,500. See http://grants2.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-04-025.html for full details.
NSF Publishes Guide for Proposal Writing
The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently published “A Guide for Proposal Writing.” The document, while specifically prepared for programs in Division of Undergraduate Education, provides valuable information for proposal writing in general. The Guide can be viewed at http://www.nsf.gov/pubsys/ods/getpub.cfm?nsf04016.
What's New
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What’s New at R&SP?
Research and Sponsored Programs (R&SP) proudly announces that Etta Ward has accepted the position of Director, Sponsored Programs Development/Scholarly and Creative Activity Program.
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IU Offers Clinical Investigator Training Enhancement (CITE) Program
Partially sponsored by a K-30 grant awarded by the NIH, Indiana University now has an established program in clinical research training for physicians, nurses, dentists, doctoral and postdoctoral scientists -- the Clinical Investigator Training Enhancement (CITE) Program.
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Bantz to Speak Apr 8 at Fifth Annual IUPUI Symposium Highlighting the Research of Faculty, Staff and Students of Color
IUPUI Chancellor Charles R. Bantz will provide remarks on the research that is being presented and celebrated during this Symposium sponsored by the IUPUI Office for Multicultural Professional Development. A wide spectrum of oral and poster presentations by IUPUI faculty, students, and staff of color will be featured. Complete information and online registration is available at http://opd.iupui.edu/ompd/symposium/.
CTP Announces Clinical Research Educational Opportunities for 2004
The Clinical Trials Program (CTP) is pleased to announce expanded continuing education opportunities for 2004 for clinical research faculty, coordinators, and their support staff. Educational programs of topical and practical interest will be presented each month that are appropriate for both new and experienced faculty and staff involved in all types of clinical research, i.e. investigator-initiated, NIH, and commercially-sponsored. A complete listing with details about each program can be found on the CTP website at: http://medicine.iupui.edu/ctp/pdf/2004%20Research%20Education%20Programs.2.04.rtf.
Save the Date Apr 23 for Spring Doctoral Research Symposium Hosted by the School of Social Work
Dr. Enola Proctor from Washington University in St. Louis (http://gwbweb.wustl.edu/people/fac/proctor.html) will be the keynote speaker for the annual Spring Doctoral Research Symposium on Friday, April 23, 2004 hosted by the School of Social Work. Watch the “R&SP Communicator” for more information.
Events
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Mar 9 NCURA Video Conference
What: “Research Records Management”
When: March 9, 2004 (Tuesday), 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Where: Riley Outpatient Center (ROC) – Auditorium
Registration: http://www.iupui.edu/~resgrad/registration/ncura3_9_04.htm
More info: http://www.iupui.edu/~resgrad/spon/ncura_mar9_04.htm
Mar 24 - 26 IU Research Coordinator Education Program
What: The program is designed to introduce the new research coordinator to the world of clinical research and to provide specific guidance about how to conduct and coordinate clinical drug studies at Indiana University.
When: March 24 - 26, 2004 (Wednesday – Friday)
Where: Riley Hospital, Ruth Lilly Learning Center (ROC), Conference Rooms A & B
Registration and more info: http://nursing.iupui.edu/LifelongLearning/default.asp
Mar 26 Clinical Research Education Conference and Career Fair
What: Tentative Content to include: “Update on New Guidance and Programs,” George Pospisil, Educational Division of OHRP; Protecting Privacy in Research-Lora Kutkat, NIH; and multiple breakout sessions
When: March 26, 2004 (Friday)
Where: Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
More info: www.acrpchicago.org or www.nccr.northwestern.edu
Apr 2 Intro to Clinical Research
What: An overview of the clinical research process with an emphasis on resources for seeing a project from idea to completion
When: April 2, 2004 (Friday) 8:30 AM - 12 PM
Where: Riley Hospital, Ruth Lilly Learning Center (ROC) A&B
Registration: Contact Michelle Murray at mimurray@iupui.edu or 278-2868
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Apr 8 IUPUI Symposium Highlighting the Research of Faculty, Staff and Students of Color
What: “Fifth Annual IUPUI Symposium Highlighting the Research of Faculty, Staff and Students of Color” sponsored by the IUPUI Office for Multicultural Professional Development
When: April 8, 2004 (Thursday), 8:15 AM to 3:30 PM
Where: Lilly Auditorium, IUPUI University Library
Register online: http://opd.iupui.edu/ompd/symposium/
Apr 13 IU Research Symposium Spring 2004
 What: “Facing the Challenges of Research and Sponsored Programs Administration Together”
When: April 13, 2004 (Tuesday), 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Lilly Auditorium, IUPUI University Library
Audience: For faculty, graduate students, and staff involved in the administration or management of any IU sponsored program. Anyone involved in the conduct of research at all Indiana University campuses or their affiliates is welcome to attend.
Registration and more info: http://www.iupui.edu/~resed/symposiumintrospring04.htm.
Apr 23 HIPAA and Medicare Update for Clinical Researchers
What: A refresher course regarding the impact of HIPAA and Medicare on clinical research
When: April 23, 2004 (Friday) 12:00 - 1:30 PM
Where: Tudor Auditorium – Wishard Outpatient Wing 5th floor
Registration: At the door
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May 5 SoCRA Presents Electronic Data Capture, A Study Coordinator’s View -Lilly’s Use
What: The Society of Clinical Research Associates (SoCRA), local "The Crossroads Chapter", is offering an evening meeting and featuring a presentation on “Electronic Data Capture: A Study Coordinator’s View -Lilly’s Use of InForm”
When: May 5, 2004 (Wednesday) 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Where: Indiana Cancer Pavilion (RT) Auditorium #101
RSVP: alee4@clarian.org
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