New Resources in the Research Compass

Published: January 7, 2026

The Research Compass is a dynamic web-based tool guiding UM’s researchers to the critical resources needed to make research and scholarship happen. The Research Compass includes essential information, key contacts, need-to-know policies, as well as tip sheets and guides for each stage of the research project lifecycle.

TIP SHEETS, GUIDES & BOILERPLATES

Frequently accessed resources such as Guides & Boilerplates are now easier to find.

Link to – https://researchcompass.miami.edu/learn/course/research-compass/welcome/guides-boilerplates?page=1

NIH PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES ADDED

Link to https://researchcompass.miami.edu/learn/course/research-compass/welcome/guides-boilerplates?page=2

Find sample applications from NIH, NCI, NIAID, NIA, NIDCD and more! All applications are publically available, and awardees have granted permission for these materials to be used for educational purposes.

• Sample Applications and Summary Statements
• Sample Forms, Plans, Letters, and Emails

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDES

Link to https://researchcompass.miami.edu/learn/course/research-compass/welcome/guides-boilerplates?page=3

These reference guides are intended to help specific groups navigate through the research environment at the U.

• Research Guide for Junior Faculty
• Research Guide for Clinical Research Professionals

NEW RESOURCES FOR STUDIES INVOLVING JACKSON HEALTH SYSTEM (JHS)

New and expanded resources have been added for researchers collaborating with Jackson Health System (JHS).

Link TO https://researchcompass.miami.edu/learn/course/research-compass/funding-collaborators/conducting-research-with-jackson-health-system-jhs?page=1

In the Research Compass, you will find:

• Getting Started with Jackson: Step-by-Step Guide for Obtaining Approval for Studies involving JHS. Guide includes:
  • Submitting to UM – IRB and ORA
  • Submitting to Jackson
  • Finding required forms and templates
  • Key Contacts
• Working with Jackson (after Study Approval): Guide for Conducting Research Involving JHS. Includes guidance on:
  • Requesting data
  • Using the ONENess Research Solution (JHS and UM data)
  • Submitting Retrospective Chart Review requests
  • Accessing JHS platforms and systems – ClickUp, EMR, JHS Email, VPN, etc
  • Finding required forms
  • Working with the UM Clinical Translational Research Site (CTRS)
  • Accessing JHS services
  • Reporting requirements for publications
  • Key Contacts