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Congratulations to AR INBRE’s May graduates. Best wishes and keep in touch!
Headlines for this newsletter: Enforcement of Common Forms and End of NIH’s Leniency Period LESS THAN 5 SEATS REMAIN – Register now! AR INBRE Bench-to-Bedside Workshop (for undergrads): Bridging Research and Practice in Opioid Addiction Therapy, May 28 Register now: Launch and Lead – Research Career Development Workshop, June 24, at UAMS and so much more!
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This Notice provides the key dates that were announced in the “Expectations” section of the previous Guide Notice (see NOT-OD-26-033) and important guidance on the adjusted implementation timeline for Common Forms for Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support. It contains updates and reminders for successful creation and submission of the Common Forms.
The current leniency period previously communicated in NOT-OD-26-033 will end on May 7, 2026, the final AIDS standard receipt date for Cycle 1. Use of the Common Forms for Biographical Sketch, Current and Pending (Other) Support, and NIH Biographical Sketch Supplement will be required for all application due dates and Just-In-Time (JIT), Research Performance Progress Report (RPPR), and Prior Approval submissions on or after May 8, 2026.
During the remainder of the leniency period, NIH will continue to provide system warnings and will not withdraw applications containing the NIH Biosketch and NIH Other Support format pages, or non-compliant Common Forms. On May 8, 2026, system warnings will change to errors that will stop any submission not using compliant Common Forms. This timing will also provide applicants with additional time to address errors before the May 25, 2026 standard receipt date for Cycle 2.
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Bench-to-Bedside Workshop: Less than 5 seats remain! Register now!
This annual one-day, in-person Workshop will be held on May 28, 9 am to 3 pm, at the UAMS Library Active Learning Center. The workshop will help undergrads understand the role of translational research (bench-to-bedside) in contributing to the development of evidence-based treatments.
Have you ever thought about how researchers develop in-depth meaningful studies focused on addiction? Have you encountered family and/or friends with an addiction to opioids and have a desire to learn more about the disorder? Would you like to know how to help someone who has overdosed on opioids?
If you answered “yes” to one or more of these questions, we invite you to participate in this workshop.
Who can attend? Undergraduate students attending college/ university in Arkansas and Arkansas residents attending an out-of-state college/university.
Workshop is limited to 30 student participants.
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Research Career Development Workshop
Arkansas INBRE, along with the Arkansas Research Alliance and UAMS are pleased to introduce a brand new workshop to be held on June 24 in Little Rock on the UAMS campus. This free, one-day workshop is open to researchers at every stage of their career, giving them the tools and relationships they need to make their work matter beyond the lab.
The day will include morning breakout sessions across three tracks – Student Series, Career Series and Research Writing Series; networking lunch with peers, faculty and professionals; and Graduate and Professional School Fair.
You can look forward to gaining insights into entrepreneurship, lab management, and career development best practices for building biosketches, ORCiD profiles, and academic presence practical guidance on responsible AI use in academic research strategies for maximizing research, internship, and externship experiences skills for crafting and delivering effective oral presentations
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AR INBRE Program Manager honored
On April 21, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine, Arkansas INBRE’s lead institution, held their annual Dean’s Honor Day Ceremony celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of faculty and staff by recognizing excellence in education, research, clinical care, humanism and service.
Among the recipients was AR INBRE’s Outreach Program Manager, Diane McKinstry who received the Staff Excellence in Research Award. The Staff Excellence Awards are presented annually at Dean’s Honor Day to the non-faculty administrative team member chosen from each of the following categories: Administrative, Clinical, Education, and Research. This award recognizes employees who have exemplified service and outstanding work ethic to advance the College of Medicine’s mission and strategic goals.
The award was presented by Dr. Lawrence Cornett, AR INBRE PI/Program Director. Said Dr. Cornett, “Diane joined the Arkansas INBRE in 2011. She runs the Arkansas INBRE Undergraduate Summer Research Program, which is a cornerstone program in the INBRE. This program provides research experiences to undergraduate students from across the state. Many of these students are first-generation and this is their first research experience. She manages all aspects of the program that starts with the application process and ends with the Research Symposium in which the students present their research. During this time, she becomes the students mentor, coach and cheerleader. This program has become incredibly impactful.”
Watch Dr. Cornett’s presentation of the award to Diane |
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Save the Dates: Nov 6-7
The 2026 AR INBRE conference will be held on Fri, Nov 6 and Sat, Nov 7 at Embassy Suites in Rogers and on the University of Arkansas campus. The Arkansas INBRE Research Conference involves participation from colleges and universities in Arkansas and surrounding states in biological sciences, physics and chemistry and biochemistry.
This conference is sponsored by the Arkansas INBRE. It is hosted by the departments of Biological Sciences, Physics, and Chemistry and Biochemistry – Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, University of Arkansas.
To receive regular email updates about the Arkansas INBRE research conference, please send a request with your email address to inbreinf@uark.edu.
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Congrats to our Jan 1 Core Facility Voucher recipients The Arkansas INBRE Research Technology Core provides three voucher opportunities to obtain paid access to UAMS and UAF Core Facilities. These opportunities are open to faculty and students at Arkansas primarily undergraduate institutions (PUIs). Applications are due Jan 1, May 1 and Sept 1.
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Arkansas State University Dr. Mohammad Abrar Alam, Research Voucher, Microbiome Analysis of Novel Compound Treated Mice
Hendrix College Andrew Schurko, Student Voucher, Characterizing histone post translational modifications in bdelloid rotifers
Lyon College Dr. Cassia Oliveira, Research Voucher, 16S rRNA Gene-Based Metagenomic Analysis of the Human Tongue Microbiome and the Impact of Tongue-Cleaning Frequency
Philander Smith University Dr. Mahfuzul Hasan, Research Voucher, Daunorubicin- gemcitabine (chemo-radiation) combination drug for Cancer therapy
University of Arkansas at Little Rock Fatima Abbas, Student Voucher, Photophysical Properties of Tunable DOX-IR820 Chemo-PTT Combination Nanomedicine
Md Riyad Hossain, Student Voucher, Synthesis of Ionic nanomedicines for cancer treatment and bio-imaging analysis
Adeniyi Oyebade, Student Voucher, Infrared Dye Combination Ionic Nanomedicines for Cancer Treatment
Dr. Noureen Siraj, Research Voucher, In vivo analyses of the drug in mice and its organs |
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Update to Standard Language for Developer Terms of Access in the Terms and Conditions of Award (NOT-OD-26-078). The "Required Security and Operational Standards for NIH Controlled-Access Data Repositories” (NOT-OD-25-159) applies “Minimum Standard Operating Procedures for Developer Oversight” (NOT-OD-24-157) to NIH CADRs independent of the applicability of the NIH Genomic Data Sharing (GDS) Policy.
The purpose of this Guide Notice is to update previously published Developer Terms of Access (NOT-OD-25-021) so that the terms apply to NIH Controlled-Access Data Repositories whose controlled studies may or may not be subject to the NIH GDS Policy. More |
Notice of Info Webinar: Advancing Biomedical Careers: Strategies for Successful F and K Awards NIAID Virtual Outreach activity (NOT-AI-26-011), May 6-7, 10 am to 2 pm ET both days, via Zoom (Meeting ID: 161 895 7765; Passcode: 996231). The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Office of Research Training and Special Programs (ORTSP) will host an informational webinar to provide a program overview and respond to questions from prospective applicants for Fellowship (F) and Career Development (K) awards that are sponsored by NIAID. Advanced registration required. More |
Notice of Informational Webinar on the NIGMS Predoctoral Basic Biomedical and Medical Scientist Training Programs (T32), May 7, 1 to 3 pm ET via Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 283 410 400 241 0; Passcode: CU2sd2Ej). NIGMS will host this webinar to provide a program overview and respond to questions from prospective applicants to PAR-23-228 “NIGMS Predoctoral Basic Biomedical Sciences Research Training Program (T32)” and PAR-24-128 “Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) (T32).” Advanced registration is not required. |
NIA Cænorhabditis Interventions Testing Program (CITP) Announces Annual Call for Compounds to Test for Lifespan Extension in Cænorhabditis (NOT-AG-26-005). The National Institute on Aging (NIA) Cænorhabditis Interventions Testing Program (CITP) was established to test compounds with the potential to extend lifespan and/or delay the onset of functional and physiological decline. The NIA CITP aims to identify pharmacological interventions that may moderate/alleviate health decline associated with aging in a robust manner using a genetically diverse set of Cænorhabditis strains. The NIA CITP is soliciting proposals for compounds to enter the study in calendar years 2026-2027. This is not a Notice of Funding Opportunity, but rather a solicitation of suggestions for compounds to be tested in the CITP. The deadline for receipt of proposals is June 1. More |
Request for Information (RFI): Future Directions for the NLM Information Resource Grants (G08) Program (NOT-LM-26-001). Authorized under the Public Health Service Act to establish, expand, and improve basic resources of medical library and related information resources, the program has evolved from supporting traditional library collections and infrastructure to enabling technology-driven methods of information dissemination. These grants are designed to create or improve biomedical knowledge management tools, resources, and services that address identified yet unmet needs. To ensure the NLM Information Resource Grants program remains impactful, scalable, sustainable, and aligned with community needs as well as aligned with the federal agencies’ funding priorities, NLM seeks insights, comments, and suggestions to guide its programmatic goals for the next phase of the program. Responses must be received by June 24. More |
Request for Information (RFI): Promoting Youth Participatory Action Research Approaches in Prevention Research (NOT-OD-26-065). Young people today face many health risks. These include poor nutrition, limited physical activity, social isolation, and exposure to unsafe physical, social, and online environments. These risks can increase mental health concerns and lead to chronic health conditions over time.
Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) is an approach that includes young people as active members of the research team. Youth work alongside adult researchers to identify research questions, design studies, collect and interpret data, and share findings. By including youth perspectives, YPAR can make prevention programs more relevant, acceptable, and effective for young people. Respond by July 16. More |
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Update - NIH Implementation of Uniform Administrative Requirements for Federal Financial Assistance (NOT-OD-26-072). This Notice updates NIH’s implementation of 2 CFR Part 200, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards. The administrative flexibilities and updates outlined in the 2024 revisions to 2 CFR 200 have been incorporated into the FY26 issuance of the NIH Grants Policy Statement that was issued on March 25, 2026 (see NOT-OD-26-057). More |
Continuation of Modifications to Peer Review Practices (NOT-OD-26-069). This notice is to provide NIH’s extramural community with information on the continuation of select peer review practices implemented following a lapse of appropriations in 2025. To address the large volume of peer review meetings that were missed during the lapse in appropriations, modifications were made to peer review practices for applications submitted for the Jan 2026 and May 2026 Advisory Councils. The following modifications will remain in place for the Oct 2026 Advisory Council… More |
The Executive Orders Blocking Your NIH Grant (Author: Elizabeth Ginexi). Congress appropriated $47 billion for NIH research in fiscal year 2026. The President signed it into law on February 3, 2026. Many researchers assumed the worst was over. Funding was secured. NIH could move forward.
But the grants are being awarded at a super, super slow pace right now, leading many to worry whether the NIH will spend all of its money by the end of the current fiscal year (Oza, 2026).
I spent 22 years as a program official at NIH. I know how the system worked and how it has changed. This essay explains why grant funding has slowed to a crawl, and documents the comprehensive vetting system that most researchers don’t know exists. More |
Dr. Jonathan M. Green selected as CEO of the NIH Clinical Center. Jonathan M. Green, M.D., MBA, has been selected as the chief executive officer of the National Institutes of Health’s Clinical Center, the world's largest hospital devoted to clinical research. Dr. Green is expected to begin his role on May 17, 2026. Green, who joined NIH in 2018 to serve as director of the NIH Office of Human Subjects Research Protections, will oversee the Clinical Center’s nearly $700 million annual operating budget and the day-to-day operations and management of the 200-bed, 870,000-square-foot research center on NIH’s Bethesda campus. More
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Foreign Institution-Affiliated Authors and Arkansas INBRE-Supported Publications. NIH PAR-23-100, the FOA that we responded to for the grant award to AR INBRE, contains specific language that states “foreign components are not allowed.” As defined in the NIH Grants Policy Statement, collaborations with investigators at a foreign site that have resulted in co-authorship of a publication are considered a “foreign component.” This definition is regardless of whether or not any funding was involved. After a period of lenience, NIH is enforcing this policy.
What this means for AR INBRE is that for any publication that cites the grant (NIH P20 GM103469), there can be no authors that have an affiliation with a foreign institution. Since we expect recipients of funding (whether that funding is a research grant, pilot grant, core facility voucher, summer manuscript support, mini-sabbatical) from the Arkansas INBRE to cite the grant in all publications arising from that support, not citing the grant is not an option.
To ensure that the Arkansas INBRE is compliant with this NIH policy, going forward when the Arkansas INBRE issues an award, the recipient and their institution will have to provide assurance that the funded activity does not have a “foreign component.”
For more on this policy, see the letter from AR INBRE’s NIH Program Officer in our Feb 14 newsletter. |
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Office of Science Graduate Student Research (SCGSR) Program, creates a pathway for you to advance your PhD thesis research while working at a Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory, collaborating with world-class scientists, and using state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge scientific instrumentation. While maximizing the impact of your own research, you will also expand your professional network and develop new opportunities for your future. In addition, you may have the opportunity for conducting a short international research visit to a prestigious institution abroad such as CERN or RIKEN. Apply by May 6. More
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Society for Neuroscience (SfN) Awards and Prizes. SfN welcomes nominations of a wide range of award candidates. Your nominations help us to better recognize research achievements made throughout the global neuroscience community: Outstanding Career and Research Achievements Awards, Early Career Awards, Promotion of Women in Neuroscience Awards, Science and Education Awards. Nominations due by May 7. More
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American Society for Microbiology Professional Development Webinar for Graduate Students: Crafting Your Professional Story: Build Your Brand With Confidence, May 19, 9 to 10 am CT, is an interactive session that will help trainees develop a clear, confident way to communicate their skills, experiences and goals. Participants will learn a simple personal branding framework and practice translating coursework, research and lab work into professional language for networking, interviews, mentoring conversations and online platforms. More
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2026 National Academy of Medicine Awards Now Accepting Nominations. Nominations are now open: Nominations will remain open until May 20. |
NIH Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women's Health (BIRCWH) (K12). The NIH Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) and participating NIH Institutes, Centers, and Offices (ICOs) invite institutional career development award applications for BIRCWH Career Development Programs, hereafter termed “Programs.” Programs will support mentored research career development of junior faculty members, known as BIRCWH Scholars, who have recently completed clinical training or postdoctoral fellowships, and who will be engaged in interdisciplinary basic, translational, data science, behavioral, clinical, and/or health services research relevant to the health of women and, where appropriate, the use of both sexes to better understand the influence of sex as a biological variable on health and disease. Apply by May 28. More |
American Society for Microbiology 2026 Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) Workshop, June 7, Washington, DC. This full-day workshop will allow MLSs to refresh their knowledge in core microbiology skills such as the basics of antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) and fungal diagnostics. The workshop will provide real-life stories from fellow MLSs on areas in which they have made an impact in the lab, affecting patient outcomes. The agenda also includes a panel discussion on career advancement, time to visit the ASM Microbe 2026 Exhibit Hall, and attendance at Microbe's Science and Society Lecture. CE certificates are free for ASM members and $10 for non-members. More |
NCFDD Webinar: Building a Successful Research Laboratory – Creating a Home for Science and Collaboration, June 9, 1 pm CT. This webinar will explore strategies for building and sustaining a successful research laboratory that fosters both scientific excellence and a strong sense of community. Participants will learn how to create an environment that supports collaboration, mentorship and productivity while working toward a long-term research vision. Key elements will include establishing a clear research agenda, establishing simple workflows, developing partnerships and creating a culture where students and staff feel supported. Join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 834 8350 1100; Passcode: 612528) |
Submit abstracts for ASCB | EMBO Meeting Cell Bio 2026. Presenting your work at Cell Bio 2026 is a powerful way to share your findings, gain feedback, and connect with peers who are shaping the future of the field. All abstracts that meet the submission guidelines and select "poster" as a presentation type will be accepted. Submit by June 9 for consideration to give a Minisymposium or Poster Presentation, More |
KY INBRE 2026 Essential Bioinformatics Workshop, June 15-18, University of Kentucky. Workshop provides participants with valuable experience in using industry-standard bioinformatics tools for genomic data analysis. No prior experience with the UNIX/LINUX command line or NGS data analysis is required but it is essential that all applicants have a good understanding of DNA/ RNA/ protein biology, gene structure and expression. The training is provided at no cost and is open to all individuals associated with educational institutions in Kentucky and other IDeA states. More/apply |
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May 5 2 pm CT, NIH Demystifying Med Videocast: From Genome to Bedside: The Genetics Revolution in Med |
May 6 Deadline: US DOE Office of Science Grad Student Res (SCGSR) Prog |
May 8 Registration deadline: NCURA FRA Workshop: Live Virtual Experience May 18-21, 2026 |
May 12 10:30 am CT, NIH NCI Tumor-Draining Lymph Nodes Forum – Gaps and Opportunities: Tumor Draining Lymph Nodes in the Context of Tertiary Lymphoid Structures
12 pm CT, AACR LOI: Beginning Investigator Grant for Catalytic Res (BIG Cat)
2 pm CT, NIH Demystifying Medicine Videocast: Taming of the Gut: New Frontiers in Inflammatory Bowel Disease |
May 13 11 am CT, Biomedical Science Careers Program (BSCP) Lunch and Learn Webinar featuring Mass General Brigham and Roche-Genentech
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May 15 NISBRE regular registration closes |
May 17 Abstracts due: FASEB Science Research Conference – Genetic Recombination and Genome Rearrangements |
May 18 NISBRE 2026 Deadline: Accommodations |
May 19 9 am CT, ASM Grad Student Webinar: Crafting Your Professional Story: Build Your Brand With Confidence |
May 25 NISBRE 2026 Deadline: Late Attendee Registration
NIH NIGMS Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP) (T32)
NIH ORWH/NLM Information Resource Grants to Reduce Health Disparities and Promote Health for All (G08)
NIH NCI Cancer Research Education Grants Program — Courses for Skills Development (R25) — Curriculum or Methods Development (R25) — Research Experiences (R25)
NCURA Registration deadline: |
May 28 NIH Building Interdisciplinary Research Careers in Women's Health (BIRCWH) (K12) |
June 3 NIH High Impact, Interdisciplinary Sci in NIDDK Res Areas (RC2) |
June 4 AACR-Novocure Cancer Research Grant |
June 5 NIH Interventions to expand cancer screening & preventive services to ADVANCE health in populations that experience health disparities (R01)
NIH NCI Assay development and screening for discovery of chemical probes, drugs or immunomodulators (R01)
NIH NCI Cancer Prevention & Control Clinical Trials Grant Prog (R01) |
June 6 NIH NINDS SIREN Neurologic Clinical Trials (UG3/UH3) |
June 7 ASM Microbe 2026 MLS Workshop |
June 9 1 pm CT, NCFDD Webinar: Building a Successful Research Laboratory – Creating a Home for Science and Collaboration
ASCB Cell Bio 2026: Abstract Submission Deadline
NIH NEI Institutional Mentored Physician Sci Award (K12)
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Copyright © 2024 Arkansas INBRE, All rights reserved.Questions or more info, contact Cyndy Buckhaults, Media Specialist, cbuckhaults@uams.edu
Material in this newsletter is supported by a grant from the National Institutes of Health National Institute of General Medical Sciences (5P20GM103429). Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the AR INBRE Program and do not necessarily reflect the views of the NIH.
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