Federal R&D Chats

Federal R&D Chats with Lewis-Burke Associates

Lewis-Burke Associates (LBA) provides the University of Arizona with advocacy for public policy from our federal agencies. LBA specializes in science, technology, education, and health. 

Join us every second Wednesday to discuss what is happening in Washington, D.C., in real time. Following the DC Update, we'll dive into areas of interest for the University.

The experts at LBA work collaboratively with the Research Development team; Research Development team members can connect you with the Lewis-Burke expert most aligned with your area of interest.

Chat Topics for Academic Year 2024-2025:

• Wednesday, November 13, 2024 – Election Recap REGISTER
• Wednesday, December 11, 2024 – FY 2025 Appropriations Final REGISTER  Update postponed until the new year
• Wednesday, January 18, 2025 – Previewing New Administration/Congress REGISTER
• Wednesday, February 12, 2025 – DOD 101 REGISTER
• No event in March – Spring Break
• Wednesday, April 9, 2025 – President's Budget Request/FY 2026 Appropriations REGISTER
• Wednesday, May 14, 2025 – End of Academic Year REGISTER

This series is free for UA faculty, postdocs, and staff, but please register in advance.