OVPR Research Updates
October 2025

Please continue to monitor the OSP Federal Research Updates webpage and the GW Federal Updates webpage for the most up-to-date information and guidance.

GW leadership, the Office of the Vice Provost for Research (OVPR), and campus partners are closely monitoring the federal government shutdown and its potential impact on research. While most sponsored projects will remain unaffected in the short-term, disruptions may occur if the work relies on access to federal facilities or requires guidance from agency staff. OVPR has issued additional guidance for investigators with active federal awards.

Upholding ethical research practices is central to GW’s scholarly mission and a shared responsibility. OVPR invites faculty, staff, postdocs and students to join sessions on key Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) topics. These hybrid interactive sessions are designed to meet federal RCR training requirements and include faculty-led presentations, real-world case studies and facilitated discussion.

During the month of October, GW Information Technology (GW IT) will host a series of events that will provide valuable insights and skills to implement best practices, reducing the risk of data breaches and cyberattacks. View Cybersecurity Awareness Month events.

GW’s Institute for Socioeconomic Opportunity (ISEO) will host a series of events on Thursday, October 30, 2025 to highlight initiatives designed to close gaps in health, wealth, and opportunity. The program includes a dynamic panel on leadership in the age of AI, a hands-on systems thinking seminar, and an exploration of ISEO's priority initiatives. View the schedule and register to attend.

Thanks to a recent partnership with the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the GW community can claim free AAAS Elemental Memberships.

Please take note of the following myResearch status updates:

In each case, technicians will restore myResearch service as quickly as possible. Please contact myresearch@gwu.edu with any questions or issues.

The GW Sustainability Research Institute (SRI) is seeking proposals for its third round of annual seed grants to support interdisciplinary faculty research on sustainability. With $100,000 in total funding available, the competition seeks bold, collaborative projects that explore sustainability in all its dimensions—climate, energy, water, health, cities, and beyond. Review the call for proposals for eligibility and application details. Proposals are due by 5:00 pm on Friday, October 31, 2025.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 GW faculty honors and graduate student teaching awards. In addition to the Oscar and Shoshana Trachtenberg Prize for Scholarship (Research), please nominate colleagues for Distinguished Career, Early Career, Mentorship, and Inventor awards. Initial nominations are due by Friday, November 14, 2025 and supporting materials are due by Friday, January 9, 2026.

Reliable data is the foundation of trustworthy research. Whether you're analyzing public health trends or evaluating economic policies, using accurate datasets ensures your conclusions are sound, reproducible, and ethically defensible. GW Libraries and Academic Innovation has created an introductory guide on common data integrity issues for those just starting to explore data quality, integrity, and its real-world consequences. For scholars seeking more advanced techniques in data validation, forensic analysis, or reproducibility workflows, see the guide on identifying vulnerable or altered datasets.

Administered by the Center for Undergraduate Fellowships and Research (CUFR), the Transcript Recognition program allows GW undergraduates to get formal recognition of scholarly and creative achievements on their official transcripts. To qualify, students must complete at least two significant scholarly or creative activities, write a reflection on their experience and growth as a scholar, and submit a recommendation from their faculty mentor(s). Help students showcase their accomplishments and elevate their academic profiles by promoting this opportunity in your classes and advising sessions!

The CUFR Peer Ambassador program connects students with experienced peers who can guide them through opportunities in undergraduate research, national awards, and GW’s internal funding programs. Each ambassador has firsthand experience applying for or receiving prestigious awards and conducting research, making them valuable resources for a student's academic and professional development. Ambassadors are available for classroom presentations, individual and small group advising, or tabling at campus events. Book a session with a CUFR Peer Ambassador.

The BioInnovation Institute (BII) and Science Translational Medicine Prize for Innovations in Women's Health seeks to recognize researchers who have developed innovative advances with translational potential to impact women’s health. Submissions are due by Saturday, November 1, 2025.

The Chen Institute and Science Prize for AI Accelerated Research invites young scientists to submit a 1,000 word essay describing AI-driven research projects that demonstrate significant potential to improve research and lives. Submissions are due by Saturday, December 13, 2025.

Thursday, October 16, 2025  |  1:00–2:00 PM ET  |  Online

Friday, October 17, 2025  |  12:00–1:15 PM ET  |  Online

Friday, October 24, 2025  |  2:00–3:00 PM ET  |  Online

Thursday, October 30, 2025  |  12:00 PM ET  |  Online

Tuesday, November 4, 2025  |  12:00–1:00 PM ET  |  Hybrid

Thursday, November 6, 2025  |  1:00–2:00 PM ET  |  Online

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