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The Financial Accountability in Research (FAIR) Model | Association of American Universities (AAU)
The Financial Accountability in Research (FAIR) model is a new approach to increase transparency, accountability, and clarity in how federal research funding is spent.
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The FAIR model is a new approach to supporting research and ensuring American leadership in science and innovation. Its implementation will increase transparency, accountability, and clarity in federal research funding. Learn more:
An update on the legal action by AAU, American Council on Education, and Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) contesting DOD cuts to F&A rates:
Resources on AAU-ACE-APLU Legal Action Contesting DOD Cuts to F&A Reimbursement Rates | Association of American Universities (AAU)
This page will be updated regularly to provide new information as it becomes available regarding the AAU-ACE-APLU legal action contesting the Department of Defense cutting reimbursement rates to 15%. Stay tuned.
www.aau.edu
February 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
An update on the legal action by AAU, American Council on Education, and Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) contesting DOD cuts to F&A rates:
"To remain the world’s leaders in innovation and discovery, American universities need to provide the latest in research space, administrative oversight, and equipment management to their researchers."
More on the importance of indirect cost reimbursements: www.the-scientist.com/indirect-cos...
More on the importance of indirect cost reimbursements: www.the-scientist.com/indirect-cos...
February 11, 2026 at 4:01 PM
"To remain the world’s leaders in innovation and discovery, American universities need to provide the latest in research space, administrative oversight, and equipment management to their researchers."
More on the importance of indirect cost reimbursements: www.the-scientist.com/indirect-cos...
More on the importance of indirect cost reimbursements: www.the-scientist.com/indirect-cos...
The April 2025 policy that cut the indirect cost reimbursement rate to 15% for colleges and universities is no longer in effect, the Department of Energy announced – a win for America's research ecosystem that makes discoveries on behalf of all Americans. www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
DOE Says Policy Capping Indirect Costs “No Longer in Effect” | Association of American Universities (AAU)
On January 27, the Department of Energy announced that, because of the signing of the FY26 Energy-Water spending bill into law, “the Policy Flashes related to adjusting indirect rates … are no longer in effect.” The bill requires DOE to apply negotiated indirect cost rates as they were applied in FY24.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:01 PM
The April 2025 policy that cut the indirect cost reimbursement rate to 15% for colleges and universities is no longer in effect, the Department of Energy announced – a win for America's research ecosystem that makes discoveries on behalf of all Americans. www.aau.edu/newsroom/lea...
Data from NSF reveals that universities invested $30.2 billion of their own funds in campus-based research and development in FY24. ncses.nsf.gov/surveys/high...
February 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Data from NSF reveals that universities invested $30.2 billion of their own funds in campus-based research and development in FY24. ncses.nsf.gov/surveys/high...
Congratulations to USC's new president, Beong-Soo Kim! AAU looks forward to working with him to support the next generation of university research that will make Americans healthier, wealthier, and more secure.
Beong-Soo Kim unanimously elected new USC president
A visionary leader, Kim has led USC as interim president since July.
today.usc.edu
February 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Congratulations to USC's new president, Beong-Soo Kim! AAU looks forward to working with him to support the next generation of university research that will make Americans healthier, wealthier, and more secure.
"The unnecessary damage being imposed on America’s scientific innovation ecosystem is a disaster for our country and a boon to competitor nations – and especially to China," writes AAU President Barbara R. Snyder.
We’re in a Race with China – and Starting to Fall Behind | Association of American Universities (AAU)
As China picks up speed in the race for scientific and technological advancement, the United States is taking history’s most ill-timed smoke break, writes AAU President Barbara R. Snyder.
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February 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM
"The unnecessary damage being imposed on America’s scientific innovation ecosystem is a disaster for our country and a boon to competitor nations – and especially to China," writes AAU President Barbara R. Snyder.
"International education is a strategic asset for American students, employers and the economy." Justin Schwartz highlights how international students fuel innovation, drive the economy, and strengthen our workforce.
forbes.com
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February 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
"International education is a strategic asset for American students, employers and the economy." Justin Schwartz highlights how international students fuel innovation, drive the economy, and strengthen our workforce.
"We thank Congress … for ensuring continued support for all the costs associated with advancing American science, and for continuing to engage with the JAG on the FAIR model."
Joint Associations Group Thanks Congress for Strong Support of Scientific Research Funding and Infrastructure in Final FY26 Appropriations | Association of American Universities (AAU)
The Joint Associations Group (JAG) thanks Congress for its support of funding scientific research and infrastructure in the final FY26 appropriations, along with the inclusion of language in the bill that helps advance JAG's FAIR model recommendations.
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February 4, 2026 at 5:31 PM
"We thank Congress … for ensuring continued support for all the costs associated with advancing American science, and for continuing to engage with the JAG on the FAIR model."
A team at the University at Buffalo successfully performed an airway-opening surgery on an eighteen-year-old patient with sleep apnea.
UB physicians perform landmark procedure on first adolescent sleep apnea patient in Buffalo | Association of American Universities (AAU)
Physicians at the University at Buffalo performed their first surgery on a sleep apnea patient using a new, FDA-approved device which helps keep the airway open during sleep by controlling the muscle in the tongue.
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February 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM
A team at the University at Buffalo successfully performed an airway-opening surgery on an eighteen-year-old patient with sleep apnea.
"We commend lawmakers for their bipartisan commitment to approving a budget that recognizes the indispensable role of science and education in improving the lives of all Americans."
AAU Thanks Congress for Rejecting Cuts to Scientific Research in FY26 Budget | Association of American Universities (AAU)
AAU thanks Congress for rejecting the massive, administration-proposed cuts to key scientific research agencies, as well as the remaining FY26 spending bills it is likely to consider later this week.
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February 3, 2026 at 3:01 PM
"We commend lawmakers for their bipartisan commitment to approving a budget that recognizes the indispensable role of science and education in improving the lives of all Americans."
Beginning with students entering in fall 2026, Yale will offer free tuition to families with incomes below $200,000. Read more about how Yale is making a high-quality education affordable to families from all backgrounds:
Yale to offer free tuition to families with incomes below $200,000 | Association of American Universities (AAU)
An expansion of Yale’s financial aid program will also cover all costs of attendance for families with incomes below $100,000.
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February 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Beginning with students entering in fall 2026, Yale will offer free tuition to families with incomes below $200,000. Read more about how Yale is making a high-quality education affordable to families from all backgrounds:
"The unnecessary damage being imposed on America’s scientific innovation ecosystem is a disaster for our country and a boon to competitor nations – and especially to China," writes AAU President Barbara R. Snyder.
We’re in a Race with China – and Starting to Fall Behind | Association of American Universities (AAU)
As China picks up speed in the race for scientific and technological advancement, the United States is taking history’s most ill-timed smoke break, writes AAU President Barbara R. Snyder.
www.aau.edu
January 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM
"The unnecessary damage being imposed on America’s scientific innovation ecosystem is a disaster for our country and a boon to competitor nations – and especially to China," writes AAU President Barbara R. Snyder.
Universities on average are reimbursed less by the federal government for the indirect research costs they incur than private industry contractors and federal laboratories.
New Study Shows University Indirect Cost Rates Are Reasonable | Association of American Universities (AAU)
A new paper released by Attain Partners and commissioned by AAU and COGR shows that universities on average are reimbursed less by the federal government for the indirect research costs they incur than private industry contractors and federal laboratories. The report also shows that universities use their own institutional funds to subsidize a significant portion of the costs involved in performing research on behalf of the American people.
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January 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Universities on average are reimbursed less by the federal government for the indirect research costs they incur than private industry contractors and federal laboratories.
A new report reveals that new student loan limits imposed by Congress will impact approximately one in eight graduate students. Not only will this affect eduction access, it could worsen labor shortages in critical areas.
Study Predicts Congressionally Imposed Loan Limits Will Disproportionately Impact Students Seeking Doctoral and Professional Degrees | Association of American Universities (AAU)
A new report by researchers at the Philadelphia Federal Reserve finds that new student loan limits imposed by Congress will lead to approximately one in eight graduate students struggling to secure sufficient educational loans from the private sector beginning in the upcoming academic year.
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January 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
A new report reveals that new student loan limits imposed by Congress will impact approximately one in eight graduate students. Not only will this affect eduction access, it could worsen labor shortages in critical areas.
The 17% percent decline in international student enrollment for fall 2025 is hurting the U.S. economy, a NAFSA projection shows. Learn more: www.nafsa.org/fall-2025-in...
January 22, 2026 at 5:02 PM
The 17% percent decline in international student enrollment for fall 2025 is hurting the U.S. economy, a NAFSA projection shows. Learn more: www.nafsa.org/fall-2025-in...
Researchers from Emory University and the NIH achieved the first minimally invasive coronary artery bypass. This breakthrough is just one example of how America's leading research universities, with support from the federal government, are changing lives.
Researchers achieve the first minimally invasive coronary artery bypass
For high-risk patients, the method could offer a safer alternative to open-heart surgery.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Researchers from Emory University and the NIH achieved the first minimally invasive coronary artery bypass. This breakthrough is just one example of how America's leading research universities, with support from the federal government, are changing lives.
Researchers at Boston University are working on clinical, non-opioid solutions for low back pain with funding from the NIH.
Finding Non-Opioid Solutions for Low Back Pain | Association of American Universities (AAU)
A robotic exosuit trial is the latest research coming out of the BU Physical Therapy Center, which may offer non-opioid solutions for lower back pain.
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January 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Researchers at Boston University are working on clinical, non-opioid solutions for low back pain with funding from the NIH.
NIH clinical trials are a lifeline for cancer patients like Vanessa, who received a groundbreaking immunotherapy treatment at Johns Hopkins University.
A Miracle in Her Own Backyard | Association of American Universities (AAU)
NIH clinical trials are a lifeline for cancer patients like Baltimore native Vanessa, who received a groundbreaking immunotherapy treatment at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
NIH clinical trials are a lifeline for cancer patients like Vanessa, who received a groundbreaking immunotherapy treatment at Johns Hopkins University.
New data shows that colleges and universities significantly increased their own support for groundbreaking research and development (R&D) in FY24.
University Investments in Research Continue to Grow, According to New Data | Association of American Universities (AAU)
The latest release of the Higher Education Research and Development (HERD) Survey by the National Science Foundation shows that colleges and universities significantly increased their own support for groundbreaking research and development (R&D) in FY24.
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January 20, 2026 at 5:17 PM
New data shows that colleges and universities significantly increased their own support for groundbreaking research and development (R&D) in FY24.
International talent is essential to America's innovation economy and national security — but new policies will make it harder for the United States to attract and retain the best and brightest from around the world.
International Talent: Essential to America’s Innovation Economy and National Security | Association of American Universities (AAU)
The Association of American Universities (AAU) urges Congress to reject policies that make it harder for the United States to attract and retain the best and brightest students and scholars from around the world and other high-skilled foreign talent.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
International talent is essential to America's innovation economy and national security — but new policies will make it harder for the United States to attract and retain the best and brightest from around the world.
"To stay ahead in the race for biotech dominance, we need to fix the IP system that makes American innovation possible," writes former U.S. Ambassador to China and Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke.
Former ambassador: China is winning the biotech race. Patent reform is how we catch up | Fortune
The United States is at risk of losing one of the most important technology races of the 21st century.
fortune.com
January 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
"To stay ahead in the race for biotech dominance, we need to fix the IP system that makes American innovation possible," writes former U.S. Ambassador to China and Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke.
The FAIR model is a new approach to supporting research and ensuring American leadership in science and innovation. Its implementation will increase transparency, accountability, and clarity in federal research funding. Learn more:
The Financial Accountability in Research (FAIR) Model | Association of American Universities (AAU)
The Financial Accountability in Research (FAIR) model is a new approach to increase transparency, accountability, and clarity in how federal research funding is spent.
www.aau.edu
January 14, 2026 at 7:15 PM
The FAIR model is a new approach to supporting research and ensuring American leadership in science and innovation. Its implementation will increase transparency, accountability, and clarity in federal research funding. Learn more:
Millions live with chronic nerve pain. Now, Duke University researchers are making progress on a treatment that supplies healthy mitochondria to struggling nerve cells.
Restoring mitochondria shows promise for treating chronic nerve pain | Association of American Universities (AAU)
A study by researchers at Duke University School of Medicine found that supplying healthy mitochrondra to damaged nerve cells can signifantly help millions managing pain from diabetic neuropathy and chemotherapy.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Millions live with chronic nerve pain. Now, Duke University researchers are making progress on a treatment that supplies healthy mitochondria to struggling nerve cells.
Last week, the House voted 397-28 to reject deep proposed cuts to some of the nation’s premier science agencies, including the National Science Foundation, NASA, and the Department of Energy Office of Science.
House Rejects Deep Cuts to Scientific Research | Association of American Universities (AAU)
On December 8, the United States House of Representatives voted 397-28 to reject deep proposed cuts to some of the nation’s premier science agencies, including the National Science Foundation, NASA, and the Department of Energy Office of Science.
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January 12, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Last week, the House voted 397-28 to reject deep proposed cuts to some of the nation’s premier science agencies, including the National Science Foundation, NASA, and the Department of Energy Office of Science.
Congratulations to the University of Virginia's new president, Scott C. Beardsley! AAU looks forward to working with him to support the next generation of university research that will make Americans healthier, wealthier, and more secure.
University of Virginia names Scott C. Beardsley as the University’s 10th president
After a robust search, the University’s Board of Visitors selects the dean of the Darden School of Business to lead UVA.
news.virginia.edu
January 8, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Congratulations to the University of Virginia's new president, Scott C. Beardsley! AAU looks forward to working with him to support the next generation of university research that will make Americans healthier, wealthier, and more secure.