UMB Research Book Club
The UMB Research Book Club provides an opportunity to learn more about sponsored projects while connecting with research colleagues from across the University.
Every six weeks, join UMB’s Sponsored Programs Administration management team for a facilitated discussion of one chapter of the selected book. Participants will independently reach each chapter.
Hosted by Jill Frankenfield, associate vice president of (SPA), and the SPA senior management team.
Current Book
Demystifying the Academic Research Enterprise
By Kelvin K. Droegemeier
Download the book for free
Delve into the complexities of the academic research process and the collaborative efforts that are critical for sponsored projects. Droegemeier’s book offers a comprehensive guide for research faculty across all stages of their careers as well as central and departmental research administrators who play a crucial role in the life of a sponsored project.
Through our facilitated discussions, learn more about the varying perspectives of both researchers and administrators while engaging in broader conversations about shaping the future of research.
Schedule
The dates below may be changed depending on availability. Participation in every session is not required. Please register for each session you wish to attend. A meeting link and any preparatory materials will be provided to registrants closer to each session
- Thursday, December 5, 2024
Chapter 4 | Essential Concepts: Performing Research and Creative Activity
Facilitated by Kelly Lehner
REGISTER - Thursday, January 9, 2025
Chapter 5 | Becoming a Detective: Finding What You Need and Using It Effectively
Facilitated by Stacey Boyd
REGISTER - Thursday, February 13, 2025
Chapter 6 | Diving into the Pool: Research Proposals, Evaluation Processes, and Project Management
Facilitated by Greg Sorensen
REGISTER - Thursday, March 20, 2025
Chapter 7 | The Give-and-Take of Criticism: Subjecting Research to Scrutiny via Peer/Merit Review
Facilitated by Janet Simons
REGISTER - Thursday, April 24, 2025
Chapter 8 | We See the World Differently: Bias and Differing Views
Facilitated by Richard Ingrao and Jeff Purnell
REGISTER - Thursday, May 29, 2025
Chapter 9 | Honesty Is the Best Policy: Ethical Conduct and Research Integrity
Facilitated by Sarah Archibald
REGISTER - Thursday, July 10, 2025
Chapter 10 | Better Safe than Sorry: Research Compliance
Facilitated by Hiromi Sanders
REGISTER - Thursday, August 14, 2025
Chapter 11 | Show Time: Making Your Work Known to Multiple Audiences
Facilitated by Jill Frankenfield
REGISTER - Thursday, September 18, 2025
Chapter 12 | Yours, Mine, and Ours: Ownership of Research Outcomes
Facilitated by the Office of Technology Transfer
REGISTER - Thursday, October 30, 2025
Chapter 13 | Need You and You Need Me: Collaboration, Multidisciplinary Inquiry, and Academic-Corporate Partnerships
Facilitated by Jim Hughes
REGISTER - Thursday, December 11, 2025
Chapter 14 | A Glass Half Empty or Half Full: Challenges and Opportunities for the US Academic Research Enterprise
Facilitated by Jill Frankenfield
REGISTER