Research Security and Compliance (RSC) is about protecting the integrity, confidentiality and value of research. RSC ensures the people, ideas, data and technologies involved in research are safe from theft, misuse or interference, whether that鈥檚 from cyber threats, insider risks or even foreign influence.
RSC鈥檚 purpose is to create a secure environment where researchers can collaborate, innovate and share knowledge responsibly, including:
- Protecting sensitive data like proprietary findings, export-controlled information and Controlled Unclassified Information;
- Ensuring compliance with laws and funding agency requirements;
- Safeguarding intellectual property;
- Preventing malign foreign influence or espionage.
Two Types of Research
Two Types of Research
Fundamental Research
Research in basic or applied science and engineering where the resulting information is intended to be published and shared broadly. Fundamental research supports open collaboration and the free exchange of scientific knowledge.
Research is generally considered fundamental research when researchers:
- Intend to publish, present or otherwise publicly share results.
- Do not restrict access to activities or findings based on citizenship or nationality.
- Maintain the ability to openly discuss, share and publish their work.
While the results of fundamental research are generally excluded from export control regulations, the equipment, software, technology and data used to conduct the research may still be subject to other requirements.
Controlled Research
Controlled research may involve export-controlled technology, controlled data, sponsor-imposed restrictions or other regulatory requirements that limit access, dissemination, publication or use.
Research is generally considered controlled research when the project:
- Restricts the publication or dissemination of research results.
- Limits access to activities, information or facilities based on citizenship, nationality or other factors.
- Involves controlled technologies, equipment, software or data.
- Is subject to additional sponsor, contractual or regulatory security requirements.
Controlled research may involve export controls, controlled information, technology control plans or other security and compliance requirements.
Explore Research Security
Explore Research Security
International Travel
International travel can create research security, export control and information security risks or other considerations. Learn when travel approval is required, how to prepare for international travel and what steps to take to protect University data, devices and research activities abroad.
Export Control & Sanctions
Export control and sanctions regulations may affect international research, collaborations, travel, shipments and technology transfers. Learn about restricted parties, sanctioned countries and compliance requirements related to export-controlled information, equipment and activities.
Foreign Activities & Disclosure
Federal agencies and research sponsors require transparency regarding certain foreign relationships, activities and support. Find information about disclosure requirements, international collaborations and malign foreign talent recruitment program restrictions.
Classified Research
Classified Research
亚洲影院 and selected subsidiaries maintain a security agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to have access to information that has been classified because it would damage national security if improperly released.
The programs and activities at the University and approved subsidiaries which require access to classified information are vital parts of the defense and security systems of the United States. The University fully supports the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and understands its obligation to implement security practices that contribute to the security of classified defense information.
Critical & Emerging Technologies List
Critical & Emerging Technologies List
The Critical and Emerging Technologies List is a strategic document issued by the U.S. government to identify technologies that are vital to national security, economic prosperity and global competitiveness. The list is curated by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) and coordinated through the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). RSC provides a shorter version of the OSTP document (Archive, PDF) which contains only the listed technologies.