The CCNY Office of Research is monitoring changes in federal policies that affect university sponsored programs. We are communicating regularly with federal agencies, program officers, and national organizations to remain as informed as possible about directives that may impact proposal submissions, active awards, and reporting requirements. System-wide communications from the CUNY Chancellor or Office of Research can be found here:
www.cuny.edu/about/chancellor/letters
www.cuny.edu/research/updates-on-federal-funding/
If you receive any direct communications from a federal sponsor, please forward them to officeofresearch@ccny.cuny.edu to help us provide more effective support and guidance to you and other CCNY investigators who may be affected.
IMPORTANT If you receive a communication from any sponsor with a request to
(1) terminate or modify an existing award or (2) sign a certification of any kind, do not reply directly. Forward the communication to Ishita Mukerji, the Associate Provost for Research, at imukerji@ccny.cuny.edu . We will reach out with further guidance as soon as possible.
We will update our guidance as new information becomes available. Direct communications from federal agencies & sponsors supersedes the information shared below.
Federal Updates
We have curated the below resources to focus primarily on up-to-date information and expert guidance directly from federal agencies and national higher education organizations. If you require additional information or guidance on an issue not included here, please reach out to the Director of Proposal Development at clea1@ccny.cuny.edu for assistance.
NSF Implementation of Recent Executive Orders
Regularly updated information on recent executive orders and their impact on the National Science Foundation community: proposers, panelists, reviewers, & awardees
https://www.nsf.gov/executive-orders
NIH Notices of Policy Changes
A list of policy changes from the National Institutes of Health as they are published
grants.nih.gov/policy-and-compliance/notice-of-policy-changes
NEH Funding Priorities & Executive Order Implementation
Press release from the National Endowment for the Humanities on updates to agency funding priorities and implementation of recent executive orders, including cancellation of certain grants.
Additional Resources
COGR 2025 Administration Transition Information & Resources
Regularly updated list of URLs from the Council on Governmental Relations on agency communications, executive orders, and relevant federal directives.
https://www.cogr.edu/2025-administration-transition-information-resources
AAUP Action Report #6 | Understanding the Law & Policies for NSF Grant Terminations
www.aaup.org/sites/default/files/Action_Report_6_Guide_for_NSF_Grant_Terminations.pdf
NIH Grant Termination Tracker
Airtable of terminated NIH grants maintained by Noam Ross of rOpenSci & Scott Delaney of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Updated daily with information published by HHS and self-reported terminations (anonymous reporting form linked at the top of the page).
NSF Grant Termination Tracker
Airtable of NSF grants terminated since 20th January 2025 maintained by Noam Ross of rOpenSci & Scott Delaney of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Updated with information published by HHS and self-reported terminations (reporting form linked at the top of the page).
Questions?
General guidance on proposals, awards, budgeting, and compliance are outlined below. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the Director of Proposal Development at clea%31@ccny.cuny .e%64%75" rel="nofollow"> clea1@ccny.cuny.edu with any questions or concerns or to share additional information and resources. To the best of our abilities, we will continue to fully support CCNY investigators through the rapidly evolving federal funding landscape.
Active Awards
Existing federal awards continue to operate under their current terms and conditions unless you receive a direct communication to the contrary. If you are issued a temporary stop-work order or notice of funding adjustments, etc., do not respond directly to the notice. Instead, immediately inform Ishita Mukerji, the CCNY Associate Provost for Research, at imukerji@ccny.cuny.edu to coordinate the appropriate response. Proactively monitoring and managing your award cannot anticipate every possible change but will help maintain compliance and, in doing so, mitigate disruptions.
Key Actions for Investigators
- Limit Short-Term Spending
Prioritize support for existing personnel and suspend non-essential spending in the short term. - Monitor Terms & Conditions
Periodically review your grant agreement to ensure compliance with sponsor requirements. - Maintain Communication
Keep an open line of communication with your Program Officer for updates & clarifications regarding your project. - MTrack Deliverables
Ensure timely submission of reports and deliverables to avoid any interruptions in funding. - MPlan for Continuations
Multi-year awards may have additional requirements. Verify and fulfill them as needed.
Budget Management
Prudent financial management is critical during periods of uncertainty. Ensure alignment with your stated financial plan and maintain flexibility to address unexpected changes. Strong budget management ensures your project remains compliant and prepared for potential disruptions.
Key Actions for Investigators
- Monitor Expenses
Regularly review your expenditures to avoid overspending or misallocating funds. - Maintain a Buffer
Retain some flexibility in your budget to accommodate delays or unexpected costs. - Review Financial Reports
Promptly address any discrepancies. - Prepare Contingency Plans
Anticipate potential delays in funding and outline strategies to maintain project momentum during these times.
Award Compliance & Reporting
Changes in federal policy may introduce new or revised obligations that require prompt attention and implementation to maintain compliance.
Research Compliance
- Stay informed about updates to research security/export control policies and implement changes as required.
- Rigorously follow all research protocols approved via The Office of Research Compliance & Ethics.
- Address conflicts of interest proactively and transparently.
Reporting Requirements
- Monitor and document sponsor-directed changes to reporting timelines or content.
- Share any award modification documents with the Office of Research as soon as possible.
Last Updated: 04/28/2025 16:28