Dear Colleagues,
I am writing to provide guidance regarding recent changes at various Federal research agencies in response to Executive Orders. Alongside Vice Chancellors for Research across the UC system, I have been collaborating with Vice President for Research and Innovation Theresa Maldonado, Associate Vice President for Federal Government Relations Chris Harrington, and other colleagues to understand these changes and develop strategies for appropriate responses. Please refer to the memo from VP Maldonado and AVP Harringtonwith systemwide information and guidance.
If you have received any communication from a funding agency regarding your research project, please contact Associate Vice Chancellor Nancy Lewis at nrlewis@uci.edu as soon as possible.
If you have not received specific communication from your sponsoring agency, please continue your research project in accordance with the grant or contract terms. For new proposal writing and submissions, follow the latest guidance outlined in the corresponding calls for proposals or program announcements. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Nancy Lewis or me directly.
I understand these are uncertain times, and I sincerely thank you for your continued dedication to our research mission, which remains as vital as ever.
Sincerely,
Pramod Khargonekar, Ph.D.
Vice Chancellor for Research
Distinguished Professor of Electrical Engineering & Computer Science