Government shutdown creates challenges for university researchers and federal grant recipients

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The ongoing government shutdown is creating uncertainty and disruption for universities, researchers, and others who rely on federal grants and funding.

"The shutdown is likely to complicate the lives of our colleagues on these campuses in several ways," said grant consultant Frank Boyd.

Kenny Graves

Federal personnel, including grant managers and program managers, are generally furloughed and unavailable for technical assistance, contract administration, or to answer questions during the shutdown.

"Anyone who tries to email a program officer or someone in government,

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