Webinar Recording: Federal Research Policy Changes and What Scientists Need to Know
Prof. Eric Rubin recently participated in an important panel discussion examining a significant proposed shift in how federal research contracts are regulated, a change with potentially far-reaching implications for the biomedical research community.
The webinar brought together leading voices in science policy and research administration to examine a 412-page proposal from the U.S. Office of Management and Budget that would alter key aspects of the federal grant system, including changes to peer review processes and grant oversight mechanisms.
The Panel:
Moderated by Anil Oza (STAT), the discussion featured:
- Sean Gallagher (AAAS), who leads government relations and grassroots efforts to help researchers engage with policymakers
- Dr. Elizabeth Ginexi (former NIH Program Official), who brings 22 years of experience managing large research portfolios and navigating federal science policy
- Prof. Eric Rubin, Editor-in-Chief of the New England Journal of Medicine, whose perspective spans clinical medicine, academic research, and science publishing
The conversation explored the proposal’s implications for research quality, funding processes, and the scientific community’s role in shaping federal policy.
Watch the full recording
The public comment period for this proposal has closed, but the discussion remains essential for researchers seeking to understand the evolving landscape of federally-funded science.
