Deliverables and Invoicing

Deliverables are progress reports, etc. sent to the sponsor by the researcher according to the schedule set out in a research agreement or the terms and conditions of the grant application.

There is an increasing demand for sponsors to be accountable for how their money is spent.  As a result, the number of sponsors requiring deliverables from researchers is also increasing. Many sponsors have made receipt of deliverables a pre-condition of advancing subsequent installments of research funding under the grant or contract.

RSO invoices sponsors, but sponsors might not pay if they have not received promised deliverables. Researchers are encouraged to learn more about how deliverables can affect future research funds by visiting the RSO website.

Read about deliverables on the RSO website.

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RSO website feature: Eligible Expenditures

In the 2005 RSO web usability study, the most requested information on the RSO website was information on eligible expenditures. Unfortunately, the sheer number of different sponsors and contracts makes it extremely difficult to keep this sort of information on our website.

However, RSO is pleased to showcase its Eligible Expenditures section, which features links to the Tri-Council (CIHR, NSERC, SSHRC) "Use of Funds" guides, relevant University policies, and other popular sponsors.

Visit the Eligible Expenditures page on the RSO website.

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University increases kilometre reimbursement rate for business travel

In an October 20 memo, SMS advised that due to the rising cost of fuel, the University of Alberta will be increasing the reimbursement rates for the use of
private automobiles for University business and research. The new reimbursement rate can be applied to all travel taken as of November 1st , 2005.

Private automobiles used for University business will be reimbursed at a rate of $0.39 per kilometer. Once a maximum of 11,625 kilometers has been claimed by an individual, the reimbursement rate will be $0.24 per kilometer.

The 'rough road' supplement of $0.04 per kilometer will remain in effect where applicable.

For more information, contact Joyce Assen, Travel Manager, at extension 2-3275 or joyce.assen@ualberta.ca.

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Forward Research FUNDamentals to a colleague and win!

Forward Research FUNDamentals to colleagues and encourage them to sign up to receive Research FUNDamentals by subscription. Both you and the new subscriber will be entered into a draw for two U of A
ball caps!

To be entered, use the "Forward this e-mail to a friend" link below. When the forwardee signs up to receive Research FUNDamentals, both you and s/he will be entered into the draws. Enter as often as you'd like!

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