6 Tips to Simplify Outcomes Tracking
Tracking outcomes is one of the most important parts of research. More accurate outcomes bring better results, which lead to critical discoveries, life-changing developments, and more funding. But tracking outcomes can put a huge burden on administrative staff....
A Rare Opportunity: NSF Funding for Research Infrastructure
As a former Research Administrator at a Predominantly Undergraduate Institution (PUI), I remember how rare it was to find funding to support our research infrastructure. It was even more rare to find funding for faculty outreach and education (if I had a dollar every...
2023 Cybersecurity Threats to Watch (and Tips to Protect Yourself)
Cybersecurity will be more complex than ever in 2023. In June 2022, the U.S. government allocated $15.6 billion to cybersecurity efforts. From 2020 to 2021, the average data breach cost rose by nearly 10%. An Accenture report showed companies experienced 31% more...
Bayh-Dole Act: What Research Professionals Need to Know
You may have heard of the Bayh-Dole Act and likely even benefitted from it, but do you find yourself wondering what the specifics entail and what it changed for research professionals? You’re not alone. The Bayh-Dole Act is a historic law that helped solidify the...
Top Research Administration News from 2022
2022 was a huge year for research administration. The industry has continued to grow in leaps and bounds since 2020, and despite market setbacks and global complexities, research organizations are poised for continued growth in 2023. As we look ahead to the new year...
4 Questions to Ask Before Investing in eRA Technology
eRA technology is a highly effective solution to support the complexities of research program administration. The promise of eRA technology is real – articles and vendors assure us eRA technology can lead to decreased administrative burden, improved cost savings, and...
6 Tips to Simplify Your Research and Grant Management Program
The research industry is thriving, with billions of dollars funneled through research organizations and more funds earmarked every year for new or expanded projects. As a research administrator or grant manager, you likely find your workload is growing while resources...
Connect Community: February 2023 Roundup of Research Administration Career Opportunities
Research institutions have been posting regularly to the Connect Community Job Board as they expand their important work. Below is a roundup of all the jobs posted in the last month. Have a job you want to post?Email Simon Helton at simon.helton@cayuse.com. Fully...
Strategies for Funding Your Research
Funding for research has grown in leaps and bounds over the past few years, and it’s expected to keep climbing. But when you’re on the funding application side of the research lifecycle, even that good news doesn’t alleviate the burden of identifying and analyzing...
Cayuse and IT: Partners for Implementation Success
It’s often the IT department that bears the brunt of time, labor, and frustration in any software implementation. These teams already regularly experience resource constraints, not the least of which include staffing shortages and limited time for adding more projects...
How to Simplify Software Implementation for Your Research Administration
We’re entering a new age of technological innovation in research. Sponsored research is expected to keep growing over the next decade, and complementary tools and technology solutions are growing with it. But where do you find the time and resources to implement new...
Understanding the Value of Research Commercialization
Research commercialization demonstrates the value and impact a research project has delivered to the industry and community. The benefits of commercialization extend even further to drive new innovations, create jobs within the research community, and more. Yet...
Greatest Challenges of Today’s Graduate Programs
What are the greatest challenges for today’s graduate programs? Jason Porter, senior vice president of international growth, shares some of the struggles graduate programs face as they address the changing needs of their student populations. Learn more about how...
Connect Community: January 2023 Roundup of Research Administration Career Opportunities
Research institutions have been posting regularly to the Connect Community Job Board as they expand their important work. Below is a roundup of all the jobs posted in the last month. Have a job you want to post?Email Simon Helton at simon.helton@cayuse.com. Fully...
5 Predictions for Research Teams in 2023
The past few years have been rife with challenges, but those challenges have also led to tremendous opportunities for research teams, from expediting research to get a COVID-19 vaccine to market quickly to exploring new ways of working during and after the pandemic —...
Evaluating New Technology? Watch for These Security Certifications
What security certifications should research teams look for when evaluating new technology? John Nord, Technology Executive at Cayuse, identifies the security certifications and policies you should watch for when vetting a new technology provider. Compliance is great...
Top Security Concerns for 2023
What are some of the top security concerns research organizations should keep in mind in 2023? John Nord, Technology Executive at Cayuse, highlights several security issues research teams should be aware of and offers recommendations for protecting systems and staff....
The Role of IT in Cayuse’s Implementation Process
What role does IT have in the implementation process with Cayuse? Heather Loden, Senior Professional Services Consultant at Cayuse, shares five main areas where IT may be involved in the implementation process and highlights why this collaboration matters. Learn more...