The area of research administration is a complex and evolving area. This policy was established to address Federal, State and other Sponsor rules and regulations and address scientific, regulatory and administrative needs and requirements.

The area of research administration is a complex and evolving area. This policy was established to address Federal, State and other Sponsor rules and regulations and address scientific, regulatory and administrative needs and requirements.

The area of research administration is a complex and evolving area. Federal, State and other Sponsor rules and regulations, policies and procedures are constantly being updated to address scientific, regulatory and administrative needs and requirements. Timely and accurate closeout is an area of Federal focus and compliance concern.

It is necessary for the University to have policies that address cost transfers related to sponsored project regulatory requirements.

The policy was revised to update and simplify policy language.

The policy was revised to update changes in business conditions and incorporate portions of deleted UNT policy 10.017, Petty Cash, Demand Deposits, Working Funds.

The policy was revised to clarify language concerning the presence of an advocate or attorney in the grievance process.

It is critical for the University to have policies that address regulatory requirements related to sponsored projects. This policy provides guidance for the administration of cost sharing of sponsored project awards.

The policy was revised to update terms and administrative unit names.

Policy revision moved midterm review from the third to the fourth year of the probationary period. Additional definitions were added to assist with policy clarity.