Introducing RFCUNY Focus Time
This year, the Research Foundation of CUNY (RFCUNY) will be instituting RFCUNY Focus Time – two weeks where our staff can dedicate their work, energy, and expertise specifically to organizational upgrades and internal processes. RFCUNY Focus Time will begin August 18, 2025, and run through August 29, 2025. RFCUNY’s full operations will resume after Labor Day, on September 2, 2025. Please be patient with our staff’s response time during this period.
New Research Collaboration Opportunities with Horizon Europe
The European Union flagship Horizon Europe funding program for science and innovation has announced the new Work Program for 2025, investing over $8.2 billion in 2025 for research priorities that will drive the green and digital transitions, and support global talent. The first calls for proposals are now open, and more will be launched throughout the year.
2025 Professional Development Grant for Doctoral & Early Career Scholars
The National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families (the Center) invites applications for its 2025 professional development grant program.
New, Simplified RFCUNY Procurement Policy Effective July 1, 2025
The policy modernizes the procurement process by streamlining the intake process, simplifying purchasing thresholds, and reducing administrative burden while ensuring competitive pricing and alignment with requirements.
US Averts a Federal Government Shutdown
Update: President Trump signed Congress’s temporary bill to fund the federal government through September 30, 2025, to avert a federal government shutdown once again.
Potential Impact on Federal Government Grant Funding
Since President Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, he has issued several Executive Orders. As federal agencies adjust to these new developments, both the CUNY Office of Research and RFCUNY will continue to provide updates, guidance, and relevant resources to help you navigate these changes.
Minimum Wage Increase
Please be advised that, in accordance with New York State (NYS) regulations, the minimum hourly wage for employees will increase to $16.50 per hour, effective January 1, 2025.
Introducing the Stipend Request
The Research Foundation of CUNY (RFCUNY) is pleased to announce the release of the latest addition to its online suite of electronic tools: the Stipend Request.
Int’l. Research Experience for Engineering & Computer Science Students
Fully paid short-term international research experience for CUNY Engineering & Computer Science students.
New System: Introducing the RF Dashboard
The Research Foundation of CUNY (RF) is pleased to announce the release of the newest addition to its online suite of electronic tools: the RF Dashboard.
MANDATORY ANNUAL SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING
NYS LABOR Law 201-g requires all existing employees to take sexual harassment training annually and all new employees within 30 days of hire. Compliance will be closely monitored.
GET YOUR W2 ELECTRONICALLY
Your electronic W2 is available anytime, anywhere and free. Just sign in and sign up.
Research Foundation Statement on Racial Injustice
Research Foundation Statement on Racial Injustice
Introducing RFCUNY Focus Time
This year, the Research Foundation of CUNY (RFCUNY) will be instituting RFCUNY Focus Time – two weeks where our staff can dedicate their work, energy, and expertise specifically to organizational upgrades and internal processes. RFCUNY Focus Time will begin August 18, 2025, and run through August 29, 2025. RFCUNY’s full operations will resume after Labor Day, on September 2, 2025. Please be patient with our staff’s response time during this period.
New Research Collaboration Opportunities with Horizon Europe
The European Union flagship Horizon Europe funding program for science and innovation has announced the new Work Program for 2025, investing over $8.2 billion in 2025 for research priorities that will drive the green and digital transitions, and support global talent. The first calls for proposals are now open, and more will be launched throughout the year.
2025 Professional Development Grant for Doctoral & Early Career Scholars
The National Research Center on Hispanic Children & Families (the Center) invites applications for its 2025 professional development grant program.
New, Simplified RFCUNY Procurement Policy Effective July 1, 2025
The policy modernizes the procurement process by streamlining the intake process, simplifying purchasing thresholds, and reducing administrative burden while ensuring competitive pricing and alignment with requirements.
US Averts a Federal Government Shutdown
Update: President Trump signed Congress’s temporary bill to fund the federal government through September 30, 2025, to avert a federal government shutdown once again.
Potential Impact on Federal Government Grant Funding
Since President Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, he has issued several Executive Orders. As federal agencies adjust to these new developments, both the CUNY Office of Research and RFCUNY will continue to provide updates, guidance, and relevant resources to help you navigate these changes.
Minimum Wage Increase
Please be advised that, in accordance with New York State (NYS) regulations, the minimum hourly wage for employees will increase to $16.50 per hour, effective January 1, 2025.
Introducing the Stipend Request
The Research Foundation of CUNY (RFCUNY) is pleased to announce the release of the latest addition to its online suite of electronic tools: the Stipend Request.
Int’l. Research Experience for Engineering & Computer Science Students
Fully paid short-term international research experience for CUNY Engineering & Computer Science students.
New System: Introducing the RF Dashboard
The Research Foundation of CUNY (RF) is pleased to announce the release of the newest addition to its online suite of electronic tools: the RF Dashboard.
MANDATORY ANNUAL SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION TRAINING
NYS LABOR Law 201-g requires all existing employees to take sexual harassment training annually and all new employees within 30 days of hire. Compliance will be closely monitored.
GET YOUR W2 ELECTRONICALLY
Your electronic W2 is available anytime, anywhere and free. Just sign in and sign up.
Research Foundation Statement on Racial Injustice
Research Foundation Statement on Racial Injustice
Since 1963 RFCUNY has supported the research endeavors and discoveries of CUNY investigators
