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Presentations & Events

Sponsored Research hosts several events that are open to the entire Northwestern community, notably our quarterly CLEAR Meetings.

Upcoming Events

Coffee Connect: Subcontracts Management: Process & CERES Navigation 

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

  • Time: 1:30 - 2:30pm via Zoom - RSVP now 
  • Join us for an engaging inside look at SR’s subcontracts management process, including a live demonstration on navigating CERES for outgoing subcontracts from both the unit/RA and SR/subs SRO perspectives. 

Recent Events

July 2026 CLEAR Meeting

Coffee Connect: Research Performance Progress Reports (RPPR)

  • Wednesday, May 20, 2026
  • Coffee Hour Connect is a series of how-to webinars presented by Sponsored Research. These virtual coffee hours are meant to be informative and interactive. In addition to a formal presentation by SR staff focused on a specific topic, plenty of time is allotted for audience Q&A so we can address all the how’s, why’s, and what-if’s.
  • View the Coffee Connect Progress Reports Slides

Group Watch: ABC's of CTs: Are You Curious about Clinical Trial Pre-Award?

  • Wednesday, May 13, 2026
  • Sponsored Research hosted an informal group watch of the SRAI Encore Series webinar ABC's of CTs: Are You Curious about Clinical Trial Pre-Award? This presentation is intended as an introductory overview for research administrators who occasionally encounter clinical trials (either Federal or Industry) or are seeking a better understanding of this area.

Group Watch of Research Project Management in a Crisis: Navigating Federal Transitions and Uncertainty

  • Wednesday, March 4, 2026
  • Sponsored Research hosted an informal group watch of the SRAI Encore Series webinar Research Project Management in a Crisis, offering colleagues a chance to learn together, share insights, and connect across departments — both virtually and in person.

February 2026 CLEAR Meeting