[Mathregionals] FW: Research and Creative Activity Restart

[Eisworth, Todd]

Hi all,

Passing along the following communication from Joe Shields regarding the resumption of research and creative activities on campus this summer, in situations where access to campus facilities is a requirement to continue the work:


"At the current time planning is being initiated for resumption of research and creative activity that necessitates use of on-campus facilities.  Such activity will be allowed under a restricted set of provisions at the conclusion of the Stay-at-Home order.  Those engaged in research and creative activity should continue to carry out their activities remotely to the extent possible beyond that date."


Best,

Todd



Dear Ohio University Colleagues,

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated a deep draw-down of research and creative activity conducted in our facilities and in the field.   In parallel with the State of Ohio's reduction in restrictions responding to the public health emergency, I am writing to  communicate Ohio University's measures to allow the resumption of research and creative activity on campus and in outdoor settings, under certain conditions.

In considering this new guidance, it is important to remember that COVID-19 remains a serious threat to the well-being of our employees, students, and the public.  Consequently the resumption of research and creative activity does not represent a return to a normal state, and it is essential that we remain attentive to coronavirus safety going forward.  The guidelines and approval process announced here are intended to ensure an appropriate level of attention to safety, and were formulated by a committee with participation by faculty, staff, students, and relevant administrative offices.

This message is accompanied by two documents:

Ohio University Guidance for Restart of Field Research (i.e. research normally conducted outdoors)
Ohio University Guidance for Restart of On-Campus Research  and Creative Activity

If access to field or campus settings is necessary for the success of your program, please read these guidelines carefully and submit an Operation Plan on the prescribed form to your department chair or school director, for review and submission to the appropriate Associate Dean.

Please be aware that details of this guidance and process may be subject to change in response to public health requirements and operational considerations.  The current university pandemic guidance and resources relevant to research and creative activity are available at the Research Division website<https://www.ohio.edu/research/coronavirus>.   Information on Blackboard training required for on-campus work will be posted on that site as it becomes available.

Restrictions on human subjects research announced on March 17 remain in effect and are currently being reviewed.

Sincerely,

Joe Shields

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Joseph C. Shields, PhD
Vice President for Research & Creative Activity
Dean of the Graduate College
Professor of Physics & Astronomy
Ohio University


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