The development of the technology transfer program at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is described. Key elements in their approach include identification of research strengths and programs that have potential of patentable, commercially profitable technology; education of faculty and administrators; identification of…

The first session of the 100th Congress has been transitional for national research and development policies because of the emergence of competitiveness as a major theme in American politics, the formation of a broad-based university-corporate alliance for lobbying, and growing public awareness of the potential commercialization of technology.…

Estimated savings are reported that result from the Florida Demonstration Project, in which all Florida state universities agreed to drop all administrative approvals and requirements for research projects for five federal agencies. (MSE)

The nature, benefits, and costs of relationships between higher education institutions and industry are outlined and analyzed according to economic theory, and alternative systems for handling the relationship and reducing costs are considered. (Author/MSE)

A better understanding of the skills and knowledge needed by the grants coordinator in seeking prospective funding agencies can contribute to both more efficient use of that function and better use of new computer technology for pre-award management. (MSE)

Data processing applications in the collection, maintenance, and use of faculty scholarly interest files for pre-award sponsored project functions are discussed, and suggestions are made for database organization and management. (MSE)

Research administrators must establish and maintain control over discretionary spending, assure all deliverables are completed on time, and assure adequate and controlled funding for grants and contracts. Steps and approaches for accomplishing these tasks are outlined, including planning, tracking, and reporting techniques. (MSE)

Using personal computer spreadsheet software, standard corporate financial analysis can help university research administrators communicate the value of research and development to sponsors and other stakeholders; balance projects, technologies, or categories of research; and continually assess the value of investing in ongoing projects. It also…

Discusses management of a research group and examines the role of collaborative hypertext in supporting the maintenance of a hypertext database about hypotheses and research papers. Highlights include hypothesis formulation; paper revision, including appropriate journal selection and author collaboration; information technology support; and an…

Delineates three levels of participation for classroom employees in educational research and presents issues that must be considered at each level. Specific roles examined include: (1) subjects in research studies; (2) facilitators for others conducting studies; and (3) researchers. (SD)

A discussion of the National Institutes of Health grants peer review system suggests that, while the system is the most effective for assuring support for high-quality medical and nursing research, serious erosion in confidence in the system has occurred and must be resolved within the biomedical research community. (MSE)

The doctrine of informed consent has been enumerated to protect the rights of human subjects involved in biomedical research. The elements of informed consent are summarized along with the changes of emphasis that have evolved. The issue of liability and means for minimizing its impact are discussed. (Author/MLW)

A model designed to facilitate mutual reinforcement of two operations (graduate school and office of research administration) and to assure that both offices function without interruption in the absence of either of the two administrators is described. Innovations in services to the faculty and the administration are discussed. (Author/MLW)

Describes the pattern of NIH (National Institutes of Health) research fund spending to universities with data. Supports the concentration of funds by some reasons, such as international competition and motivation to be in the top 10. (YP)

Obsolescent and inadequate equipment, increased research volume, rising costs, rapid developments in technology, and lack of funding have created a serious and growing problem in capital renewal, replacement, and expansion of facilities for research. The problem varies by institution and is larger than individual schools can address without…