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Dear Colleagues,
As we navigate the rapidly changing federal research landscape, I am writing to reiterate the Office of Research's steadfast commitment to supporting UCSF's research mission, UCSF's research community, and UCSF's values. I am deeply engaged in these efforts and have great confidence in our campus leadership and resourcefulness.
This Thursday, February 20, please join the Office of Research and other UCSF leaders for a special Research Town Hall. We will describe the current federal research landscape, discuss how the Office of Research is working to support research in this time of uncertainty, and address questions we are receiving from UCSF faculty, staff, and trainees.
Stay informed by visiting our Office of Research dedicated webpage on federal research updates and the UC Office of the President webpage on federal updates.
Please do not hesitate to share questions or concerns with me at research@ucsf.edu.
Yours,
Hal
Harold R. Collard, MD, MS
Vice Chancellor for Research
Professor of Medicine and Health Policy
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Federal Action Alert: Share Your Voice | |
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On February 7, the NIH announced that the indirect cost rate will now be capped at 15 percent. Members of Congress need to hear from you to know how devastating these cuts will be for UCSF, the largest public recipient of NIH funds.
Take action via UCSF Advocates »
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All are invited to the inaugural UCSF AI Day on March 17 at Mission Bay Conference Center! Join us for a full day of talks, discussions, and posters from your colleagues at UCSF and UC Berkeley, showcasing the groundbreaking intersection of AI, biomedical science, and healthcare at UCSF.
Read the agenda and register »
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Spark Change: Last Chance to Participate in UCSF Community Climate Survey | |
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There's still time to participate in the UCSF Community Climate Survey until February 23. Share your thoughts and be part of the change to improve our working and learning environments. Participants are entered to win an iPad Air (5 available) and there are 25 weekly winners of $50 e-gift cards during the survey period.
Learn more at UCSFClimate.ucsf.edu. Email communityclimate@ucsf.edu if you have questions.
Complete the survey online »
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CTEC Update: HRPP and IRB | |
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On behalf of the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP), we are extending our invitations to principal investigators (PIs) for participation in meetings where their presence may facilitate the review process and minimize the number of stipulation rounds.
In our efforts to streamline operations, we have launched a project aimed at reducing the volume of non-IRB-related inquiries in the upcoming IRB submission system. This initiative is expected to significantly decrease the time required to complete an IRB application.
Additionally, we will soon issue updated guidance for the consent form template, which will address delays linked to sponsor requests for the inclusion of nonessential language.
More on the CTEC Campaign »
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CTSI Opportunity: Faculty Director of Community Engagement | |
An internal search is underway for this 15% part-time (up to NIH cap) position, with applications sought from current UCSF faculty from all schools. All academic ranks are encouraged to apply. Read more » | |
Funding and Fellowship Opportunities | |
UCSF Alpha Clinic Research Fellowship Awards
Funded by the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine (CIRM), the clinic is supporting two funding opportunities for physician-scientists (postdocs and junior faculty) who are committed to academic research careers discovering and translating novel applications of stem cell biology and regenerative medicine to clinical problems. Deadline: February 26.
IMPACT Last Mile Grant Supplement
The Last Mile Grant Supplements are intended to support the dissemination of completed research to policymakers in governmental and non-governmental sectors. The application is simple and has only one page. Deadline: March 3.
Research ‘Seed–Funding’ Opportunities: UCSF Resource Allocation Program (RAP)
RAP, a campus-wide intramural research funding program, is accepting grant applications for the spring 2025 cycle. Results available by end of May 2025. Deadline: March 3.
UCSF Immigration Health Research Rapid Response Grant
This intramural funding opportunity ($10k grant) seeks to support research examining the impact of new federal policies on the health and health care of many immigrants. Proposals can make use of existing datasets, primary data collection, or other approaches. Contact Lupita Ambriz for questions. Deadline: March 21.
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Intellectual Property, Patents, Licensing, and Start-Up Essentials
February 18: IP Pitfalls to Avoid and IP Due Diligence, 5-7 p.m., Mission Bay
February 24: Formation, Fundraising, and Licensing in Life Sciences, 5-7 p.m., Mission Bay
An intensive short course focused on the critical IP issues faced by life sciences/healthcare companies.
UC Staff Town Hall: UC President Michael V. Drake, MD and CUCSA
February 19, 11 a.m., virtual
President Drake will join Council of UC Staff Assemblies (CUCSA) leaders for a virtual UC staff systemwide town hall.
UCSF Office of Research Town Hall
February 20, 1 p.m., virtual
Join the Office of Research and other UCSF leaders to hear about important research updates.
Clinical Research Informational Session
February 25, 8 a.m.
Join the Training in Clinical Research program to learn more about our clinical research degrees and training opportunities.
Arts and Events: Clothing Swap
February 26, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Rutter Center Pub Lounge, Mission Bay
Cleaning out your closet? Trade your gently used clothes for new ones and save money while refreshing your wardrobe. Please visit the link for drop-off times.
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Save the Dates: UCSF International Women's Day
March 3-7, multiple sites
Join us for a week of community and celebration in honor of the amazing women at UCSF!
UC Systemwide Academic Congress on Research
March 11-12, UCLA
Faculty and staff are invited to this free event featuring speakers from the federal and state level, industry, and more. Topics include the future of research funding, communicating scientific breakthroughs, and collaboration between sectors.
UCSF Research AI Day
March 17, Mission Bay
This event will showcase a wide range of current work. We invite the research community to share research highlighting the potential of AI in health and biomedical sciences (view call for posters).
Stem Cell Seminar - Ripla Arora, PhD
March 24, 1-2 p.m., hybrid + Parnassus
Join UCSF Broad Stem Cell Center to hear Ripla Arora, PhD, on "Form and Function: Uterine 3D Structure-Function Relationships in Early Pregnancy."
Clinical Trials Operations (CTO) Research Forums
Research Forums are a platform for the UCSF research community, focusing on clinical research topics and trainings and featuring updates and best practices. Watch past recordings and save the date for future events.
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UCSF Innovation Showcase @JPM
Innovation Ventures was proud to showcase some of our newest technologies at the 2025 JP Morgan Healthcare Conference.
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Important: Accurate Disclosures Remain a Research Security Priority
The U.S. government continues to express concerns of incomplete disclosures of affiliations and activities with foreign institutions.
Stay Up-to-Date with All CRC Communications
If you haven't subscribed to the CRC listserv yet, you're missing out on a wealth of important information for CRCs! Please take a moment to sign up and encourage your fellow CRCs to do the same, so everyone can stay updated on essential communications.
Updated OCTA Clinical Trial Budgeting Tools
Please visit OCTA's website to access the latest tools.
Discover the FReDS Program for Data Access
CLARITY analysts with access to UCSF’s electronic medical records will soon be required to enroll in the Federated Research Data Steward Program (FReDS), enabling them to extract clinical data for scientific research and support researchers in their departments.
Unlock Medicare and Medicaid Data for Your Research
The CMS Data Reuse Program at UCSF offers researchers streamlined access to Medicare and Medicaid datasets in a secure environment. Benefit from expert guidance, reduced costs, and advanced tools for efficient, cost-effective healthcare research.
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REDCap Consulting Services: Optimize Your Research Workflow
Academic Research Services (ARS) provides REDCap consulting for data collection, workflow automation, and electronic consent configuration. Services include project architecture, best practices guidance, and front-end customization. Request a consultation today!
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Important: Complete Your UC-Required Security Trainings
With increased cybersecurity threats in the health care and higher education sectors, UCSF is boosting its efforts to ensure that all faculty, staff, and learners comply with mandatory cybersecurity training. Learn more and complete your trainings.
2025-2026 RISE Cohort 12
The UCSF RISE program trains scholars in implementation science. This all-expenses-paid training includes a 2-week summer institute in July, ongoing careers-in-progress, and a second institute the following summer. Application deadline: March 3.
Clinical Research Degree Programs Application Deadlines
The deadline for the MS in Clinical and Epidemiological Research is March 21 and the deadline for the Advanced Training in Clinical Research certificate is May 9.
CTO Training Courses for Clinical Research Staff
2025 Clinical Trials Operations (CTO) training courses for UCSF Clinical Research staff are underway! Register via UC Learning Center. All eLearning and instructor-led courses are free and accessible. eLearning modules can be completed anytime
CTO Training Courses for Clinical Research Investigators
Registration is open for the CTO Clinical Research Investigator Foundations Intensive, which provides essential information and resources for PIs conducting trials at UCSF. The first Intensive of 2025 will take place April 2 and 3.
Spring 2025 Epidemiology & Biostatistics Courses
Take classes in clinical research, informatics, implementation science, epidemiology and more. New course on AI in Clinical Informatics (EPI 233)!
Training in Reproducible Research on Aging for Social Science and Epidemiology (TRASE)
TRASE aims to improve the reproducibility of research on health disparities and aging. This year, four short courses cover different aspects of reproducible research, from conceptual to technical.
Implementation Science Short Course - May 15-16
Join us for this introduction to understanding and applying key implementation science concepts in a small group setting. This is a two-day live, online event with CME credit available.
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Parnassus Heights Construction Update | |
This winter, large cranes will be towering over two major projects at Parnassus Heights, while plans to revitalize the campus core will start for a third major project. This quarterly update from UCSF Real Estate provides essential information about important capital projects and their impacts on campus.
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