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The School of Medicine Research Administration Training Certificate Program graduated its first cohort and will be ready for new applications from UC Davis research administrators in June.

Some emphysema patients are helping pulmonology researchers test a novel implantable device designed to reduce lung hyperinflation and help them breathe more comfortably.

The upcoming Convergence Research Celebration will feature presenters from across the university, including researchers from the colleges of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Letters and Science, UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine, Engineering, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing and the School of Medicine. See the full agenda and the link to RSVP on the Convergence event page. Please also join us before and after the presentations for a meet and greet with departments and programs that offer vital resources for researchers, including the School of Medicine Office of Research, CTSC, UC Davis Library, Comparative Pathology, Center for Healthcare Policy & Research, Aggie Square Animal Behavior Core, Mouse Biology Program and NAMS Testing Center. 

UC and CSU are gradually increasing the indirect cost (IDC) rate for state-funded research projects conducted on campus, moving from 25% up to 40% of modified total direct costs over time, while off-campus projects remain capped at 25%. Special cases include lower rates for training activities (8%) and different rules for certain agriculture-related funding. When state agencies pass through federal funds, federal indirect cost rules must be followed instead of UC rates, and those rates cannot be reduced or restricted by the state agency.

The NIH is updating its policy on late grant submissions to streamline the process and reduce delays. Starting May 25, 2026, the long-standing Continuous Submission policy will end, meaning most applications must be submitted by standard deadlines. Late submissions will only be accepted in limited cases, such as documented extenuating circumstances affecting a principal investigator or qualifying NIH review service within a defined timeframe. Applications must be submitted within two weeks of the original deadline, include a clear explanation in the cover letter, and meet specific eligibility requirements. Notably, late submissions will no longer be accepted for fellowship, small business, or international collaboration programs. NIH will continue to provide separate guidance during emergencies, such as natural disasters or public health crises.

Frederick J. Meyers has received two prestigious honors from the Association for Clinical and Translational Science (ACTS), recognizing his long-standing leadership and impact in the field. Meyers is a distinguished emeritus professor of Internal Medicine, Hematology and Oncology and director of the cancer center’s Office of Education, Training and Workforce Development. He is also co-director of the UC Davis Center for Precision Medicine and Data Science.

Meyers was named a recipient of the 2026 ACTS Distinguished Education: Mentorship Innovation Award. He was also inducted into the inaugural cohort of the Fellows of ACTS (FACTS) program. Both were awarded to Meyers on April 21 at the ACTS 2026 Translational Science conference in Milwaukee.

Submission Details

• Deadline for Applications: May 31, 2026 
• Awards announced and funding commences: June 2026

Submission Details

Join us for the Convergence Research Celebration on June 9. RSVP today!