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20 Aug 2015: Some users of the Online Contracts Submission for MTAs and CDA have encountered difficulties when uploading supporting documentation. Affected users are presented with an error message regarding a file name that is too long. If you see this message

27 Feb 2015: The ERC was known as the "Ideas" Programme under the EC's Seventh Framework Programme (FP7). The ERC is the first pan-European funding agency for investigator-driven frontier research.

10 Jun 2015: What you can claim Where possible the amounts an individual will have to advance from their own personal monies should be minimised by the use of a University credit card or by arranging for the supplier to invoice the University directly.

16 Apr 2015: Collaborators and funders sometimes supply their own contract, which will contain those terms most beneficial to that party but may also contain terms detrimental to the researcher or omit terms that are necessary to the University.

16 Apr 2015: Professor Anderson’s work has opened up new subjects ranging from usability to security economics. ... Professor Anderson's most significant recent achievement has been establishing security economics as a thriving academic discipline.

16 Apr 2015: Bespoke Agreements A bespoke agreement, based on one of our models where possible, is drafted and negotiated so that the research contract is tailored for a specific project. These research contracts take longer to finalise and take longer to

27 Feb 2015: The Marie Curie Actions are funded under FP7 Specific Programme 'People '. Its main objective is to strengthen the human potential in research and technology in Europe and to make Europe a more attractive place for researchers to work.

21 Apr 2015: Emma Carey, European Advisor for UKRO, gave two presentations on Monday 16 March about Horizon 2020 and the Marie Sklodowska- Curie Actions. A copy of her presentations are now available on our website:

21 Apr 2015: During October 2010 the Research Office sent a letter to each Department regarding delegated authority.  Thank you to those who have already replied, if you are yet to do so, please return the form as soon as possible. If you have any questions,

21 Apr 2015: Further to the RGUG discussions held in March and July of this year, we would like to remind all departments that interim financial reports are based on grant expenditure claims which have been made during and up to the end of the period. This means

21 Apr 2015: To All pFACT UsersAs you may be aware, the University is in the process of replacing pFACT with a new costing tool called X5.

21 Apr 2015: In order to facilitate the Equipment Sharing project currently underway, the Finance Division will be running workshops to assist departmental staff in preparing a suitable costing for shared equipment.The workshops will also provide the opportunity

21 Apr 2015: The Research Office would like to remind departments about the ‘Engineering Instrument Pool’ that is managed by the STFC Energy Research Unit on behalf of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). The Instrument Pool

1 Apr 2015: Download this chapter in PDF format Overview The aim of this guidance is to give members of the University of Cambridge a brief overview of the University's insurance programme followed by a more in-depth look at the extent of cover and links to the

1 May 2015: The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) changed its research data policy in March 2015.

25 Jun 2015: Claiming staff expenses via Concur What can I claim? Claims for reimbursement of travelling expenses and subsistence by persons travelling on University business should be made in accordance with the rules and principles as detailed in the Expenses

21 Apr 2015: The Research Councils continue to require increased efficiency and effectiveness in the use of equipment and facilities with the expectation that there will be sharing of assets between Departments and Universities wherever possible. In order to

16 Apr 2015: We deal with all types of research projects and differing interactions with our collaborators and funders. We have, therefore, a range of contracts to deal with specific situations. Amendment Collaboration Agreement Confidentiality Agreement (CDA/NDA

21 Apr 2015: As from Friday 13 May 2011, Martin Reavley stepped down as Director of the Research Office after more than two and a half years in the role. Monique Carew has been appointed Acting Director of the Office with effect from the same date and her new

2 Jun 2015: Overview The University of Cambridge Sites and Buildings Regulations as adopted and approved 21 July 2014 allow Departments equipped with necessary expertise to apply for approval to undertake minor construction works and maintenance, providing they

27 Feb 2015: Energy. Environment (including climate change). Transport (including aeronautics). Socio-economic sciences and the humanities.

20 Mar 2015: Download this chapter in PDF format Overview Departments are able to invest surplus income on specific source of funds in either Cambridge University Endowment Fund (CUEF) or in the University Deposit account.

7 Aug 2015: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Operations Office Bulletin - Issue 139. Published on 7 August 2015. The Research Operations Office has a new website www.research-operations.admin.cam.ac.uk. New features include. A portal for

19 Jan 2015: New online course - Import principles for HE Procurement and School/Departmental staff Media Folder: Training This new online course is available covering the basic rules and considerations for the import of goods into the UK , this covers whether

21 Apr 2015: A polite reminder that the final RCUK 2012 Workshop will be held tomorrow,  Friday, 5th October from 10-11.30am at the Clinical School Lecture Theatre 2.It is very important that you all attend – there is no need to pre-book, please just turn

21 Apr 2015: The Research Office can now confirm that the pFACT upgrade will take place from Thursday 19 August to Wednesday 25 August 2010. In preparation for the upgrade, could all users perform a system tidy up by Thursday 12 August? This means projects that

24 Jul 2015: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Operations Office Bulletin - Issue 137. Published on 24 July 2015. As part of the Research Operations Office Training Strategy (ROOTS) the following session is scheduled for Tuesday 13 October 2015, 9

21 Apr 2015: The Cambridge Research Office has been working with Symplectic Elements to develop a ROS plug-in to facilitate the up-load of publications into ROS. Despite previous assurances from RCUK that this solution was compatible with ROS, it is now clear

15 Oct 2015: The Research Operations Office is again offering X5 training and would like to invite departmental staff, both academic and administrative, who are required to generate costings for themselves, or for their departments, to attend one of these events.

21 Apr 2015: Professor Paul Boyle, Chief Executive of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), will be visiting the University of Cambridge for one of his eleven annual visits to universities in the

21 Apr 2015: The new Research Pricing and Costing Tool being developed to replace pFACT, X5, is now in the second phase of User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and members of the research community are needed to test the system.

2 Oct 2015: The Research Operations Office is again offering X5 training and would like to invite departmental staff, both academic and administrative, who are required to generate costings for themselves, or for their departments, to attend one of these events.

21 Apr 2015: There have been a number of updates since RCUK first announced their efficiency plans. Below is the latest summary relating to the Equipment initiative, in particular the 50% contribution and application process for large items. We will be providing

21 Apr 2015: As you may be aware, the University will be replacing pFACT with a new costing tool called X5. When X5 goes live during Michaelmas Term 2012, some of the data within pFACT will need to be migrated into the new costing tool.

21 Apr 2015: There are now four X5 training videos live on the University streaming site. The links to these and more information can be found at http://www.admin.cam.ac.uk/offices/research/applying/x5/ Clarification: New industry templates have been set up in

1 Apr 2015: Download this chapter in PDF format What is a trust fund? A trust fund is established where the University accepts a bequest "on trust". This becomes a binding obligation upon the University to use the money in accordance with the terms of the b

21 Apr 2015: Access to pFACT is being wound down, therefore if you have any current proposals in pFACT, these need to be submitted by 31 July. From 1August pFACT will be “read-only” which means you can view previous proposals and run reports, but any new

27 Feb 2015: The Specific Capacities Programme aims to enhance research and innovation capacities throughout Europe, and to ensure their optimal use.

21 Apr 2015: On Wednesday 28 July 2010, Dr John Williams from the Wellcome Trust delivered a presentation detailing their Strategic Plan 2010 – 2020 and the New Investigator Awards and Senior Investigator Awards. Applications for the new scheme open on 1

6 Feb 2015: What is PCI? In order for the University to carry out financial transactions involving the acceptance of payment cards (credit and debit) we have to comply with standards as laid down by the Payment Card Industry Board (PCI).

21 Apr 2015: The agenda for the above meeting, due to be held in the ATC Semniar Rooms 6a & 6b at Addenbrookes Hospital, will be as follows: Minutes of meeting of 4 June 2013 EU Horizon 2020 update HR Return to Work policy Policy update: VAT & Visitor Letter O

28 May 2015: Search site. Research Operations Office. Research Operations Office Bulletin - Issue 135. Published on 28 May 2015. Each month X5 is updated with a default exchange rate for Euros, based on the average of the rates for the previous month. Recent

19 Jan 2015: Welcome to the Finance Division in this section you will find : The Finance Division Handbook (see Welcome pages) - which provides an overview of the division's structure and a summary of who does what and where Maps and directions as to how to find

30 Apr 2015: Cambridge. My past research has criss-crossed the disciplines of theology, philosophy, literature, political and social theory, and economics. ... My doctoral thesis was on the work of the late Catholic radical Ivan Illich, re-examining his thinking

6 Feb 2015: The University's financial year runs to 31 July. Annual financial statements are approved by Council in late November and are then published, together with the external auditors' report, in the Cambridge University Reporter. The University's Annual

19 Jan 2015: The University of Cambridge has various software systems to monitor and report on operational data. Much of this is the financial data held in the University Finance System (UFS). Other systems include the staff and Payroll system CHRIS, Fee billing

9 Mar 2015: The Research Operations Office publishes a fortnightly bulletin which includes information on research funding, policy and procedures as well as news from the Research Operations Office. If you would like to be added to the circulation list please

19 Jan 2015: Starter checklist A Starter Checklist must be completed by staff commencing employment who have either no previous employment, no P45 from a previous employment or who have not completed a CHRIS/22 form.

2 Jun 2015: The Finance Division have developed a bank and building society directory to empower students and the wider academic community to make informed choices about their banking provider. The table provides useful practical details about overdraft

19 Jan 2015: Search site. Finance Division. Key Dates and Rates. Key Dates & Rates. Search. Some items on this website are restricted. University members are encouraged to log in using Raven to make the best use of the site:. 2024 University of Cambridge.