Recent Updates

 

Research Security Training Requirement

Research Security Training is required for the PI and all key personnel BEFORE an application can be submitted. ORSP will register you for the training offered through MU’s D2L and should take approximately 1 hour to complete. Please email ORSPppd@marquette.edu to enroll.

 

Biosketch

NIH now requires using the Common Form for the Biographical Sketch and the NIH Biographical Sketch Supplement - https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-files/NOT-OD-26-018.html. 

• Applicants MUST use SciENcv to create, certify and download the complete forms (see below for additional information about SciENcv).
• All applicants must link their ORCiD to their eRA Commons profiles, since ORCiDs will also be required when the new forms go into effect (see below for additional information about ORCID).

NIH investigators MUST use SciENcv for completing and certifying:

1. Biosketch (Common Form)

2. NIH Biographical Sketch Supplement - this is an entirely new document that contains NIH specific information previously included in the biosketch, such as a personal statement

3. Current and Pending (Other) Support (Common Form)

 

The Common Forms are part of an effort to standardize forms across Federal agencies. See Common Forms for Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support.  After the initial forms are created, using SciENcv makes it easy to update the information for future use.  Using SciENcv also makes certain that you are using the correct version of the forms.  ORSP and NSF investigators have been using SciENcv for a few years.  After an initial investment of your time to get the documents set up – maintenance and updating becomes pretty easy. 

 

Data Management and Sharing

NIH has released a new 2026 Pilot Data Management and Sharing (DMS) Plan format for applications and awards that generate scientific data. The underlying 2023 NIH Data Management and Sharing Policy has not changed; however, NIH has simplified the required plan format to reduce administrative burden, improve consistency, and make compliance expectations clearer for applicants and recipients.

MU researchers preparing NIH proposals should review the updated 2026 Pilot DMS Plan format early in the proposal development process. The new format is intended to streamline preparation, but investigators should still carefully consider data types, appropriate repositories, data sharing timelines, participant privacy and confidentiality protections, genomic data sharing requirements when applicable, and any justified limitations on sharing. Researchers are encouraged to work with ORSP for proposal-specific guidance before submission by emailing ORSPppd@marquette.edu.

Highlights

• The new 2026 Pilot DMS Plan format is required for NIH applications with due dates on or after May 25, 2026.
• The revised format uses more structured questions, including yes/no responses, brief explanations when sharing will be limited, and a table identifying anticipated data types and repositories.
• Plans should still reflect maximum appropriate sharing of scientific data, consistent with legal, ethical, technical, participant privacy, repository, and funder requirements.
• Copy of the form can be found here. You can use DMPTool to assist with the preparation of this document. More information can be found on ORSP’s Data Management Planning website
• For more information, see NIH’s Data Management and Sharing Policy website.

Recommended Steps for Marquette Researchers

1. Determine whether your proposed NIH-funded project will generate scientific data subject to the NIH DMS Policy.
2. Use the 2026 Pilot DMS Plan format when preparing applications. You can use DMPTool to assist with the preparation of this document. More information can be found on ORSP’s Data Management Planning website.
3. Identify the types of scientific data expected to be generated and the repository or repositories where the data may be managed and shared.
4. Address any limitations on sharing clearly and briefly, including legal, ethical, technical, consent-related, privacy, confidentiality, agreement-based, or other relevant factors.
5. Include allowable data management and sharing costs in the budget justification when applicable.
6. Contact ORSP PPD early in the proposal development process with questions about NIH DMS Plan requirements, budget considerations, or institutional review needs.

DMS Plan Reminders

NIH Institute or Center program staff assess DMS Plans for completeness and acceptability. Peer reviewers generally do not score the DMS Plan itself, although they may consider related budget items when applicable. If a plan requires revision before award, applicants may be asked to provide updates through the Just-in-Time process. After award, recipients are expected to follow the approved DMS Plan, revise it when project circumstances change, and ensure that updates are approved by the funding NIH Institute, Center, or Office as required.

 

Please let Project Planning and Development (ORSPppd@marquette.edu) know if you have any questions about these changes.