Research Guidelines & Regulations
The proposal process and operations procedures for global research must consider a range of factors beyond those associated with research conducted in the US.
Research Guidelines & Regulations
General Support for Sponsored Research
The following topics should be carefully considered when developing and conducting research in another country:
- Externally sponsored projects must comply with the policies of both the University and the sponsor.
- Foreign subcontracts may require additional approval with special terms and conditions to meet sponsor guidelines and public policy regulations. The University also requires that the collaborating institution has internal controls to provide appropriate stewardship of grant monies and the research in general.
The Office of Research Services (ORS) provides administrative support for sponsored project activities to faculty and departmental managers. ORS is responsible for proposal submission and agreement negotiation for federal sponsors and non-profit sponsors, as well as all post-award activities, regardless of sponsor.
ORS Contacts
Elizabeth D. Peloso
Associate Vice President / Associate Vice Provost
Phone: +1-215-746-0234
Ashley Del Bianco
Director, Pre Award Administration at ORS
Phone: +1-215-898-3966
Kim Garrison
Director, Post Award Financial Administration
Phone: +1-215-898-2344
For additional information, please visit the ORS webpage.
Resources for International Partners in Research
The University of Pennsylvania places a high value on engagement with international partners. The open exchange of ideas among students and faculty colleagues around the globe drives the advancement of human knowledge and understanding. Penn provides an environment of open dialogue in the context of academic freedom and free speech to support all manner of international engagements.
In order to support faculty and students in a climate where these values might be threatened, Penn provides a variety of resources to support travel abroad, research compliance, international agreements, hosting international visitors and scholars, extramural disclosure, conflict of interest, and more.
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