What were previously known as Temporary Custodian Funds are now requested as Cash Advance for Research Participants and issued through the Spend Authorization process in Workday. This document provides step-by-step instructions to request a cash advance for research participant payments and how to complete the related expense report under the new process.
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Learn more information about this new process in these Teams meeting recordings:
- April 17, 2026 Office Hour: New Cash Advance for Research Participants through Spend Authorization
- April 23, 2026 Follow-up Office Hour: New Cash Advance Process for Research Participants
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