The NCSU Project Information and Navigation System (PINS) is your key to a successful proposal submission.  PINS serves multiple functions:

• Promotes compliance with federal regulations 
• Routes approvals to all necessary signatories (there are many)
• Conveys necessary information to SPARCS if your research is selected for funding

Because PINS is so central to the submission process, it is necessary that each PI knows their PINS entries and the information contained within each PINS entry.  

The first step is to request a new PINS for your proposal using this form or please use the available site:  CLICK HERE

You will be notified after the PINS entry has been created.  Next, visit the PINS system, look up your PINS entry, and verify all information.  In particular, verify the dates and the title. 
Login to PINS here: PINS LOGIN

After your proposal is submitted (typically by the Research Office), verify that the latest versions of all required documents have been updated.  The PINS information will be used to begin developing a contract if you are selected for funding. 

If you have any questions or issues with PINS, please contact the CNR Research Office.