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Welcome to Research Pod 2

In collaboration with research stakeholders at all levels throughout the university, Pod 2 oversees the complete lifecycle of a sponsored research project and provides continuity of support from inception to award closeout.

We are working tirelessly to ensure GW has a pre-eminent research program, and that your contribution to academia has the greatest impact.


Mission

The George Washington University Research Pod 2 seeks to provide comprehensive pre- and post-award management for its principal investigators, faculty, staff, and students involved in research. Our purpose is to grow the university research enterprise and ensure that GW evolves into a leader within the DC metropolitan area.


Who do we serve?

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Pod 2 provides service to the Milken Institute School of Public Health (GWSPH), including the Biostatistics Centers (BSC), and the Law School (LAW).

Together, these institutions provide approximately 40 percent of all research expenditures and a third of all indirect costs for the entire university.


What can the Pod do for you?

Pre-Award

The Pod will assist principal investigators (PIs) in the submission of proposals to sponsors. This includes budget preparation, support for non-technical documents, and compliance checks.

Additionally, the assigned sponsored research administrator (SRA) will prepare the proposal package using myResearch and will interface with the Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP), within the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR), to ensure timely review.

Post-Award

Post-award management occurs after the project has been funded and set up in the Enterprise Accounting System (EAS). During this phase of research, the PI fulfills the scope of work, oversees financial and personnel activity, and ensures compliance with university and sponsor guidelines.

Pod post-award team members can help obtain modifications and extensions to existing awards, assist in any closeout related activities, and liaise with other GW offices to complete tasks related to research.

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For general inquiries, please email gwresearchpod2@gwu.edu.