Please also note that no publication restrictions can be accepted as part of the research agreement, either verbally or in writing; AND no national restrictions (foreign or U.S.) can be part of the research agreement, either verbally or in writing. Federal agencies have increased enforcement efforts within Higher Education; Penalties include federal debarment (loss of research funds), monetary fines, civil suits/criminal prosecution revocation of export privileges. ϲ’s export compliance program is led by the Office of Research and Research Compliance, and includes representatives from divisions across the University. The committee’s function is responsible for facilitating export compliance procedures across all academic, research, operational and business activities. Some of these procedures include – When international travel involves the temporary or permanent transfer of research tools or samples (either by advance shipment or via hand-carried baggage), be sure to include this information in your Cayuse SP documentation. Restricted party screenings seek to identify any parties that might be prohibited from receiving items subject to export control regulations. The main goal of restricted screening is to ensure safety for researchers as well as compliance with regulated items and activities. To reduce the burden of this activity on researchers, most of the required screening activities are conducted and documented by Research Compliance, OSP, Finance or other trained offices. Specific considerations could include whether the team member is visiting from an embargoed or sanctioned country. Research Compliance will work with the Office of Global Engagement to determine if any additional licenses or screening is required for your specific research activities. If you are unsure, please contact the export compliance program directly.
Export FAQs
What is an export?
What are some activities that are not subject to export control?
Why do we have to follow these regulations?
What are the functions of the Export Compliance Committee at ϲ?
What if I travel internationally on my sponsored project? What export control activities are required?
What is restricted party screening (RPS)?
I have a research team member here on a visa, what do I need to consider or who should I contact?