What does it mean to be compliant?
Being compliant with this policy means submitting a DMS Plan while applying for a grant and following that plan through the award of the grant. The NIH understands that it is likely the plan may need to change, but changes should be addressed during regular reporting intervals.
What are the timelines for compliance?
What happens if a researcher is non-compliant?
Non-compliance with the policy may be taken into account by the NIH for future funding decisions for the recipient institution.