Resources for Researchers

Electronic Blue Sheet (EBS)

The Offices of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and Information Technology (OIT) have collaborated to implement a full service Electronic Research Administration (ERA) solution.

While planning for ERA will be an ongoing long-term project for the University, in the short term, OSP and OIT have worked to create an Electronic Sponsored Programs Application Approval Sheet (blue sheet). This new Electronic Blue Sheet (EBS) will implement a paperless routing and approval process for proposal documents typically submitted to the Office of Sponsored Programs.

Beginning January 1, 2011, the new Electronic Blue Sheet (EBS) process will become the primary means through which all external funding proposals will be submitted to the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP). Hard copy blue sheets will not be used after the end of 2010.

Anyone that has not already attended an EBS training session that will be working with proposal submissions is strongly encouraged to attend a training session. The EBS Training schedule is posted on the Office of Sponsored Programs web site. We have also attached a link to the most recent Office of Sponsored Programs Newsletter that contains additional information about EBS as well as the training schedule. Registration is required since seating is limited in each training session. Several sessions are scheduled at the HSC Learning Center.

NOTE TO CHAIRS/DEANS/DIRECTORS: If you wish to make a revision or update your approver(s) in this listing, please contact us and we will make the change.

For any and all questions please contact vlemasters@hsc.wvu.edu.

Health Sciences Center EBS Approval Hierarchy.

Electronic Blue Sheet (EBS) System Login.

Health Sciences Center Review Process

The Health Sciences Office of Research requires 3 full working days to complete its review process. (Additionally, the Office of Sponsored Programs requires 5 full working days to complete its review process.)

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Research Resource Links

Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP)
The primary mission of the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) is to provide support to the West Virginia University community in the acquisition and administration of externally funded projects for research, teaching and service. OSP reviews, negotiates, accepts, and initiates awards on behalf of West Virginia University and the West Virginia University Research Corporation. OSP strives to provide outstanding customer service in the pursuit and administration of externally funded projects. OSP helps ensure compliance with internal and external requirements within an atmosphere of professionalism and collaboration.

Office of Research Integrity and Compliance
The Office of Research Integrity and Compliance is committed to helping faculty, staff, and students comply with all applicable federal, state, and institutional requirements and policies. Research integrity and compliance areas covered by this office include Human Subjects Protections, Animal Welfare, Biosafety, Conflict of Interest, and Responsible Conduct of Research. These pages will provide information on policies and procedures, guidelines, educational programs, and monitoring and accountability in these areas.

Office of Technology Transfer
The Office of Technology Transfer (OTT) is responsible for the protection and commercialization of Intellectual Property for all WVU organizations. Faculty members and other researchers are the primary source of intellectual property, either through the invention of new products or processes, or through know-how and expertise in certain fields. Intellectual property can be protected through patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. Commercialization occurs primarily through licenses of patents and/or know-how to existing companies, and, in some cases, through the creation of a joint venture or even a start-up company.

Office of the VP for Research & Economic Development
The Office of Research and Economic Development is dedicated to assisting WVU researchers in advancing their work and putting the knowledge the results to work improving lives.

WVU Research Portal
This is a new website designed to showcase research happenings around the WVU campus.

Funding Opportunities & Submisson Dates:

• ACS (American Cancer Society)
• AHA (American Heart Association)
• NIH (National Institutes of Health)
• NSF (National Science Foundation)

Helpful Grant Submission Information:

• Grants Processing Guide
• Information on UHA Salaries
• eRA Commons Registration
• Internal Funding Sources
• Grants.gov information
• Research Opportunities for Students