The HMS/HSDM Research Administrators Open Forum, hosted by the Office of Research Administration (ORA), shares timely information as it relates to our community. Topics include federal requirements, School and University policy, system enhancements, and new or updated guidance and resources. Past Open Forum presenters include colleagues from ORA and other HMS and University offices such as the Office for Sponsored Programs (OSP), HUIT’s Research Administration and Compliance Systems, HMS Finance, and the Office for Academic and Research Integrity (ARI). Research administrators, grant managers, financial directors and others from HMS and HSDM are welcome to attend. All are invited to Send Your Suggestions for future Open Forum topics.
2025 Open Forum Schedule
The HMS/HSDM Research Administrators Open Forums will be held monthly on Wednesdays and will remain virtual to accommodate remote and hybrid settings. Presentation slides/recordings will be posted for those who cannot attend live. Note: not all forums are recorded.
Save the dates and register in advance. This is an internal meeting.
- Wednesday, September 24, 2025 (1:00-2:00 PM) Registration
- Wednesday, October 29, 2025 (1:00-2:00 PM) Registration
- Wednesday, November 19, 2025 (1:00-2:00 PM) Registration
- Wednesday, December 17, 2025 (1:00-2:00 PM) Registration
Open Forum Resources
June Open Forum Resources
The June 25th Open Forum agenda included presentations on policy updates and Uniform Guidance changes, new resources and GMAS, HART and Research Administration system updates. Reminder to subscribe to the OSP Blog for current information as it gets posted. Visit the Research Administration and Compliance Page and subscribe to Harvard Administrative E-News.