Most sponsored projects require a number of reports during the life of the project. The Principal Investigator (PI) should be prepared to submit a final technical report at the very least. The importance of the submission of such a report on a timely basis cannot be overstated. The sponsor expects and deserves to be informed of results. Negligence by the PI may substantially impact his/her and the university's ability to receive other support from the sponsor and may also result in a loss of payment to the university for costs incurred. Such losses could become a liability chargeable to the investigator, department and college.
In addition to the technical report(s), other reports may be required: