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, 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
September Open Forum Resources
The September 24th agenda included highlighting the new Non-Federal Funding Resources on ARC and Export Control and Restricted Party Screening Updates. Review the OVPR Memo from August 2025 and visit the OVPR Research Security page. Helpful HMS resources for reference include Infographic: What Gets Reviewed in an Export Control Review and Infographic: When to Request an Export Control Review. Everyone is encouraged to complete the Research Security Training on the Harvard Training Portal. Contact the HMS ORA Research Security Team with questions.