Office of Research & Innovation Autumn Newsletter
October 29, 2026

The Autumn 2026 Office of Research & Innovation Newsletter is now available!
This edition features the latest news, resources, and developments from across Drexel’s research enterprise, including:
- A reflection from Aleister Saunders on his time as Executive Vice Provost for Research & Innovation
- A Novelution implementation update, including a look at the IRB module’s first two months and what’s ahead for Sponsored Programs and other modules
- Important Research Compliance & Regulatory Affairs changes, covering revised HRP/IRB procedures, enhanced HRPP website guidance, and a new Certificates of Confidentiality training
- Details about Drexel’s expanded Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) training requirement, effective January 1, 2027
- Recent federal sponsor updates and other news from Sponsored Programs
- Additional resources, training opportunities, staff highlights, and announcements from across ORI
Read the Autumn 2026 ORI Newsletter
And don’t miss our ORI Newsletter LIVE! Webinar on November 10, where members of the ORI team will take a deeper dive into key topics featured in this edition and share additional information with the research community.
We encourage you to explore the latest edition and join us on November 10 to learn more about the information and resources supporting research at Drexel.