Report: EPA Achieved Scientific Benefits When Using Reimbursable Research Agreements, but Better Estimating of In-Kind Costs Is Needed
Report #16-P-0279, August 22, 2016
What We Found
Partnering on research with other entities using reimbursable agreements has benefits that support the EPA mission, but developing more reliable cost estimates for in-kind contributions can better reflect the EPA's research contributions.
Report Materials
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