Federal Updates News Archive
NIH Recission Notice NOT-OD-26-72
May 28, 2026 · Federal Updates
What happened? NIH issued a policy update that essentially walks back parts of the 2024 Uniform Guidance changes related to indirect costs (F&A). The biggest reversals are: A. Subaward F&A threshold goes back to $25,000 NIH is rescinding the newer $50,000 MTDC subaward threshold… Read More
NASA Science Mission Directorate (SMD) currently does not prohibit the use of Generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, in proposal preparation or award reporting. However: NASA discourages unacknowledged AI-generated content Proposal teams remain responsible for the accuracy and authenticity of all submitted… Read More
NSF BIO/EDGE Program Updates
May 14, 2026 · Federal Updates
The Enabling Discovery through GEnomics (EDGE) solicitation has been archived. EDGE proposals must now be submitted through the IOS Core Program Solicitation (NSF 24-546) in Research.gov. Key updates include: EDGE proposals may now be submitted at any time (no annual February deadline) Proposals must follow IOS… Read More
NIH maintains a centralized webpage that tracks recent, ongoing, and upcoming policy and grants administration changes, including updates to application forms, review processes, and post-award requirements. NIH Implementation of New Initiatives and Policies… Read More
NIH announced updates intended to simplify Data Management and Sharing Plan (DMSP) requirements and processes. NIH Notice NOT-OD-26-046
Marshall University implemented a Digital Accessibility Policy to ensure digital content, services, and technologies are accessible to individuals with disabilities. Marshall University Digital Accessibility Policy
NIH is implementing Common Forms for Biographical Sketch and Current & Pending (Other) Support documentation for applications with due dates on or after January 25, 2026. NIH Notice NOT-OD-26-018
NSF PAPPG Updates | Effective January 22, 2026
May 14, 2026 · Federal Updates
NSF released updates and supplemental changes to the Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG). NSF PAPPG Supplement 2
NIH released updated guidance and application instructions for applicants. Latest NIH How to Apply Guide Updates
NIH released significant updates to the General Application Guide for NIH and other PHS agencies. NIH G.120 Significant Changes