Quick Links

The COI process can require additional activities be performed in order to complete a disclosure and receive a final disposition. Some of these activities are listed below, this is not an exhaustive list.

• CITI COI Training
  For researchers who must complete training courses or COI refreshers.
• Facilities Use Application
  Kuali Build Facility Use Application builder where you can either begin the process of requesting or renewing an application for facilities here at the University. Please note that any use of space needs to be approved by the appropriate administrators and all non-University entities are required to sign a FUL policy in order to remain in compliance.
• Office of Research Transparency & Outreach (Consulting)
  Links to University’s Consulting Policy, FAQs, and MOU and Current and Pending updates.
• Leave Without Pay (LWOP)
  Links to the University’s policy on Faculty leave and specific UMD relevant guidelines and procedures. This link also provides you with additional information on use of the LWOP system and specifics on eligibility for LWOP.
• Faculty Success
  Link to Faculty Success which organizes and compiles reports on teaching, research, and service activities, enabling you to track your information once and generate multiple outputs, including annual activity reports, promotion and tenure documents, accreditation reports, your CV, your campus website profile, and more. Please note: It is highly recommended to download a .pdf of the "Presentations by Faculty" Rapid Report from Faculty Success to upload into the Presentations and Seminars section of the inTERP form. 
• UMD Research Gift Routing
  Links to the Kuali Build Gift Routing form  where all research-related gifts must be routed for review. Please note: All research related gifts (e.g., funding and resources including but not limited to: equipment, materials, software, and other items) must be routed through this form, where offices will review and determine whether these funds are considered a gift or a grant.
• Office of Research Administration (ORA) Proposal Development
  Links to the Office of Research Administration proposal development webpage where you may find helpful information on submitting research proposals, securing and locating research funding, and guidance for the development process.
• Proposal Quick Reference Guide
  Direct link to a flow chart prepared by ORA that includes the process for developing, applying, and submitting research proposals to sponsors. Additionally, this sheet has the contact information for commonly asked questions about the grant application process.
• Federal Agency Disclosure Information (FADI)
  Information regarding disclosure processes for specific federal agencies. Many federal agencies (e.g., NSF, NIH, NASA, DOD, etc.) require additional reporting requirements that frequently change - thus it is essential to stay up-to-date with the most recent reporting requirements.
• Federal Funding Requirements by Funding Agency
  Links to information regarding reporting additional support when working with particular federal agencies. In addition to disclosing activities (please see Federal Agency Disclosure Information link above), these agencies also require additional disclosure on financial information. These reporting requirements also frequently change.
• UMD IACUC Office
  Links to the University’s Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) for individuals who engage in research that requires the use of animals. Researchers must remain in compliance with federal regulations set forth for animal care oversight.
• UMD IRB Office
  Links to the University's Institutional Review Board for all questions related to IRB reviews. This includes IRB policies, timelines, helpful links and pertinent information for the review process.
• Research Security Office (RSO)
  Links to the UMD Research Security Office (“RSO”) that helps researchers navigate the increasingly complex federal requirements while fostering international collaborations and protecting the integrity of the research enterprise from undue external influence and misappropriation of information.
• Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)
  Links to support for small business innovation including how to apply for funding, organizations and awards that offer support, and potentials for federal funding from related agencies. This is a great resource for identifying potential supports for startups, small business, and Federal R&D.
• NIH SBIR & STTR
  Links to the National Institute of Health’s information on the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs - also known as Small Business Programs or America’s Seed Fund. Here you may find information pertaining to R&D funding for the SBP.