Discussion Part 4: Critical Changes in Federal Grant Policy

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Originally recorded May 1, 2025
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Hear from Gil Tran, Mark Davis, and Greg Baroni—alongside special guests Mark Barnes of Ropes & Gray and Kate Hudson of the Association of American Universities (AAU)—in this timely and insightful discussion on the most pressing grant-related developments affecting the research community.

Topics discussed include:

• NIH’s Flat Rate Policy (NOT-OD-25-068)
• DOE’s Flat Rate for Institutions of Higher Education
• HHS’s Cost Allocation Services Field Office Closure
• Grant Terminations – Rules and Appeal Process

The panel unpacks the latest rulings and developments, explores their impact on research institutions, and offers practical guidance on how to navigate the evolving regulatory environment.

Speakers

Gil Tran, CPA
Senior Specialist Leader and OMB Emeritus
Attain Partners

Mark Davis
Managing Partner and Attain Research Lead
Attain Partners

Mark Barnes
Partner
Ropes & Gray

Kate Hudson
Deputy Vice President and Counsel for Government Relations and Public Policy
Association of American Universities (AAU)

Greg Baroni
Founder and CEO
Attain Partners