A question has arisen whether a subcontractor may be a co-PI on a NSF
application.

Obviously two scientists at different institutions may colloborate equally
on development of a proposal, and the Investigator in the potential
subcontracting institution wants the recognition of being named co-PI on
the application. GOALI might be a case of special interest where the sub is
a business and the award is specifically to promote indistry collaboration.

The sub-contract is merely a method of getting funds from one instituition
to the other. Should it detract from recognition of a major contributor? So:

1) Will NSF allow an individual from the subcontactor to appear on the
signature page?

2) If Yes, does the Co-Pi sign?

3) What are the implications, if any, for the Prime authorized official
signing a signature page and certifications when another instiution is
represented on it?

4) Has anyone done this, and if so with what consequences.

Thanks, Charlie.

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