Society of Research Administrators International (SRAI)

As we wrap up the 2025 Western and Midwest Section Meeting, we want to extend a huge thank you to Linda Dement, CRA, immediate past-president for the Western Section; Meaghan Ventura, immediate past-president for the Midwest Section; all of our speakers, instructors, attendees; and our hosts at the beautiful Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. It's been an incredible time connecting with colleagues in a shared commitment to elevating our careers and the field of research administration. A big congrats to incoming leadership—now more then ever, we applaud your dedication to supporting advances in research, within your region and beyond. And of course, a big shout-out to SRAI staff & volunteers for everything they do to make these events a success! ?? We’d love to hear your key takeaways, what you learned, or your favorite highlights from the event. Let us know in the comments!

Thank you for posting, Anna Quider, Ph.D.! We’re excited for this impactful keynote on such a timely topic. Meet this panel of incredible women leaders, and we hope to see you at the Virtual Research Administration Conference next month! ??

Thank you to our SRAI Partners and Exhibitors at our WE/MW Section Meeting! If you're in Colorado Springs, be sure to visit their tables and stay updated on the latest trends in research administration.

?? Happening now: The keynote for our WE/MW Section Meeting on “The Power of Humor for Research Administrators” with award-winning comedian Nancy Norton, RN, CHP! We’re enjoying a mix of storytelling, comedy, and peer-to-peer sharing. Has humor ever helped you through a tough moment or lightened the mood at work? Think of a memorable inside joke, funny moment, or even a meme that made a difference. Share your thoughts! ??

How do you ensure that data is safe, while still maximizing its potential? ??? In the latest episode of SRAI's Shop Talk, Jaclyn Kinzie addresses the practical side of data security, especially in the case of human research. It's not just about collecting data—it's about how that data is meticulously managed, secured, and overseen throughout its lifecycle. Listen now: https://brnw.ch/21wRCm4

?? How can developing countries secure more international research funding? In the latest issue of the Journal of Research Administration, Abeer Mahgoub and ElHassan ElSabry (Nile University, Cairo) and Amr Radwan, PhD (Egyptian Center for Innovation & Technology) explore Egypt’s challenges in accessing EU Framework Program funding—including limited institutional support and project management hurdles—and offer insights to strengthen grant support, foster collaborations, and enhance the research ecosystem. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eqrNqtPi

Our Departmental Administration Intensive starts in one week! Through a combination of interactive live sessions and self-paced online modules, this 10-week intensive covers the entire research administration lifecycle. Participants will gain practical skills in project management to effectively support principal investigators (PIs) and other stakeholders. ?? Register now: https://brnw.ch/21wRzhX Your registration includes one year of access to three LevelUP modules for self-paced learning in research administration.

Expand your knowledge base of post-award compliance in this three-week intensive! Instructors will cover key regulations like 2 CFR 200, as well as essential topics like cost assessments, indirect costs, and more. ?? Register now: https://brnw.ch/21wRxmH Don’t miss your chance to gain an in-depth understanding of best practices in key compliance areas. See you there! ??

The 2025 Virtual Research Administration Conference program is now live! Ready for a year’s worth of learning in just three days? We sure are! ?? Join us and be part of this exciting professional development opportunity: https://brnw.ch/21wRuIO Check out the full program and learn how you can earn both the Research Law certificate and the Practice of Research Administration and Management (PRAM) certificate. We’d love to hear what sessions you’re most excited about! Drop a comment below, and let’s start the conversation! ??

?? In the latest issue of the Journal of Research Administration, William L. Gannon and John Barnes (University of New Mexico) uncover the growing threat of deceptive publishing. Fake journals are undermining academic integrity—do you know how to spot them? Read their insights on identifying fraudulent publishers and protecting scholarly work: https://brnw.ch/21wRuc6