Data Sharing and Data Management Plans [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Spring 2021]
MeetingPer a recent survey to HRA membership, several organizations have a data-sharing/management policy in place or are considering developing one. This session will highlight the experiences of a few organizations currently implementing these policies. We will hear about specific aspects of their policies and implementation practices including: definition of a…
The Future Workplace: Post-pandemic Workforce and the Disruption in the Workplace; Remote, In-person, and Hybrid Models [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Spring 2021]
MeetingFor many organizations, the 2020 COVID pandemic forced a shift in workplace operations from in-person, to fully remote, or to a hybrid model. Many offices will not be able to open and operate at full capacity for a long time. At the same time, some people don’t want to go…
Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusiveness Within the Research Workforce [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Spring 2021]
MeetingThe session will focus on racial disparities and opportunities to foster and support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness within the research workforce, specifically at the postdoc and early career faculty level. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds may lack the social structures and networks to sustain career development in research, so the role…
NASEM Toolkit for Fostering Open Science Practices [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Spring 2021]
MeetingThis session will focus on informing HRA members about the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) Roundtable on Aligning Incentives for Open Science and what funders can do to promote and incentivize open science practices. Some concepts that are addressed by the toolkit include: · Open access of…
Hosting Virtual Events [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Spring 2021]
MeetingAs we all have experienced, 2020 was the year of hosting virtual events. Have you spent hours researching the how-to’s of managing virtual meetings? This session will discuss the nuts and bolts of organizing and facilitating online events and will showcase studies of best practices in hosting your event. Dr….
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Working Group call [March 10, 2021]
Document | WebinarThe Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Working Group presented a discussion with the authors: “Fund Black Scientists” (Published in Cell, Feb 2021) Moderated by: Kelly Chavez Rose, PhD Program Officer, Burroughs Wellcome Fund, DEI Working Group Co-chair Speakers: Kelly R. Stevens, PhD Assistant Professor, Bioengineering and Pathology Depts, University of Washington Hana El-Samad,…
How to Return to the Workplace Safely (from Safety.com)
DocumentThe current COVID-19 pandemic is uncharted territory for all of us. Currently, many employees are working from home but many others are beginning to return to their workplace at the request of their employers. This can be a stressful situation for all involved. A team from Safety.com has published a…
Federal Policy for Data Sharing Webinar [February 23, 2021]
Document | WebinarAttendees heard the details of the NIH Policy for Data Management and Sharing from Dr. Lyric Jorgenson, Deputy Director, Office of Science Policy at the NIH. Then Dr. Naba Bora, Biomedical Research Program Manager at the Office of Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs spoke about the CDMRP policy and how…
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Working Group call [December 16, 2020]
Document | WebinarThe December meeting of the DEI working group agenda: I. Welcome and co-chair Introduction Patricia Frustace – Working Group Co-Chair Senior Director of Awards and Diversity American Society for Hematology II. Mission Statement and Goals Kelly Chavez Rose – Working Group Co-Chair Program Officer Burroughs Wellcome Fund III. Overview of…
A Consumers Guide to Grants Management Systems (2020 Edition)
DocumentA Consumers Guide to Grants Management Systems (2020 Edition) This fifth edition reviews 14 of the most widely used grants management systems against hundreds of requirements criteria developed with the expertise of consultants, vendors, foundation program officers, and system administrators. For the first time, the guide also includes an interactive…
Gene Editing Workshop: (FDA New Frontiers in Science Distinguished Lectureship Program)
Gene Editing Workshop: (FDA New Frontiers in Science Distinguished Lectureship Program)
DocumentIn November 2016, HRA sponsored a workshop at the FDA entitled “Gene Editing: FDA-Regulated Technologies and Applications.” The keynote speaker was Jennifer Doudna and her talk was titled “CRISPR-Cas Genome Engineering: Biology, Technology and Ethics.” Four short years later, Dr. Doudna and her collaborator, Dr. Emmanuelle Charpentier, received the 2020…
Post COVID-19 Recommendations for Early Career Research Support Mechanisms
Document | MeetingDuring the Fall 2020 Members Meeting, Dr. Erin Gibson listed many recommendations for funders to provide financial and nonfinancial support for their early career researchers to mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on their research and their careers. Those recommendations as well as others suggested in the Cell Commentary “How Support…
Bias in Peer Review [Webinar, October 6, 2020]
Document | WebinarOn Tuesday, October 6th, 2020, the HRA Grants Administration Working Group hosted a Zoom webinar around bias in peer review and potential interventions for bias reduction. With diversity and equity being at the forefront of national discussion, ensuring a fair and equitable peer review process is more important and timely…
Open Mic: Innovation in Philanthropy [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Fall 2020]
MeetingRecent events have forced member organizations to examine the gaps in the current biomedical research system – exposing areas of weakness, while also highlighting areas of immense opportunity. This ‘open mic’ session will explore innovative concepts and actions have the potential to revolutionize all aspects of the work of funders…
Resiliency and Sustainability: Exploring Best Practices in Development and Fundraising [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Fall 2020]
MeetingFor the first time, the members’ meeting planning committee is organizing a session dedicated exclusively to development and fundraising. In this interactive session, we will discuss best practices and proven strategies for fundraising and navigating through challenging periods. The panel will address questions like: • What kinds of strategies can…
Balancing Stakeholder Expectations [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Fall 2020]
MeetingThis session will discuss successful strategies used within an organization’s governance structure to manage expectations of key stakeholders, specifically donors and foundation leadership. Using presentations of case studies from member organizations, we will learn strategies and processes employed to ensure stakeholder satisfaction while retaining mission alignment and integrity of the…
Opportunities to Achieve Diversity and Inclusion in Biomedical Research [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Fall 2020]
MeetingDr. Hannah Valantine, NIH’s first Chief Officer for Scientific Workforce Diversity, will present NIH’s plans to support scientific workforce diversity and inclusion efforts in the face of COVID-19. NIH’s plans include supporting inclusive excellence, which features messages about cognitive bias and institutional culture change. Dr. Valantine will discuss a number…
How are funders best supporting the biomedical enterprise by their response to the COVID-19 crisis? [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Fall 2020]
MeetingThis unprecedented and continuously evolving COVID-19 pandemic has caused turbulence in the lives of the global public. Organizations worldwide are doing their best to learn and understand the impact of this novel coronavirus in order to adequately respond to this crisis and become better positioned for subsequent threats. In this…
Using Social Media to Advance Your Mission [HRA Members Meeting, Virtual, Fall 2020]
MeetingSocial media can be an important tool for nonprofits to build strong communities online and further their reach. Are you using your social media channels effectively? In this session, we will discuss how to integrate social media into your communication strategy to expand your Mission work. Join our panelists as…
Grants Program Analysis Working Group [Call, September 15, 2020]
WebinarThe Grants Program Analysis Working Group recently held its bimonthly call to discuss the status of current projects and upcoming goals. The document above gives a recap of what was discussed, if you need a login to access the summary please email Annette.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Working Group call [September 10, 2020]
Document | WebinarSharing DEI challenges and progress among HRA Members The September meeting of the DEI working group focused on increasing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in our grant portfolios. Discussion topics: Do you prioritize DEI in your grantee portfolio and if so why? What is the racial/ethnic representation of your applicants and…
HRA COVID Assessment Survey Questions
DocumentIn response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many organizations assessed the status/needs of their awardees in various ways (online surveys, focus groups, etc.) The Research Workforce and Early Career Development Working Group compiled a list of questions that members asked awardees or other researchers. These questions can be used by funders…
Registry and Biorepository Working Group August 26, 2020 meeting
Document | WebinarAgenda items covered during the August meeting of the Working Group: Snapshot of Registry and Biorepository Status and Capabilities Survey Results Business Plan Development Purpose and Role of Business Plan Components of Business Plan Operational Structure and Governance Model Examples and Discussion Focus on Governance and Data Sharing Components of…
Early COVID Financial Impact Survey
DocumentIn June, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation led an effort (with the help of the Children’s Tumor Foundation and the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation) to identify ways to help raise awareness about the short- and long-term impacts of reductions in funding from non-profit grant funders. The C&CF staff developed a…