Updates on Science and Security Guidance
Release Date: July 28, 2020
Recent Updates
- Updates in General, UNC, and Sponsor Specific Background and Related Policies and Procedures
- Updated NSF and Department of Education sections
- Updated General FAQs
Background
The University remains strongly committed to encouraging and supporting collaborative research efforts worldwide. However, we take very seriously ongoing concerns raised by Federal entities that some research activities may be inappropriately influenced by international governments or other foreign entities and threaten the integrity of the U.S. research enterprise. These concerns are commonly referred to as “Science and Security”. It is important that all faculty and staff understand these concerns and the impact on research efforts at the University.
To further assist researchers and research administrators in remaining informed about our shared responsibility to safeguard the security of our science and comply with federal requirements, the Office of Sponsored Research (OSR) released and regularly updates the Guidance on Science and Security webpage.