Foreign Talent Recruitment Programs
FOREIGN TALENT RECRUITMENT PROGRAMS (FTRP) AND MALIGN FOREIGN TALENT RECRUITMENT PROGRAMS (MFTRP)
NOTE: On August 9, 2024, Policy No. IV-7.00(A), University of Maryland Policy on Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Programs, was approved by President Pines on an interim basis, pending Senate review.
Stanford University Settlement
NIH - Foreign Interference
Case Studies (UPDATED)
Research Security Approaches - Canada, Australia, the U.K.
Canada
In January 2024, the Canadian government announced a new "Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern" and released two associated lists. The first, a list of sensitive technology research areas
U.S. Sanctions and Restricted Foreign Universities
The U.S. governnment maintains multiple "sanctions" programs which prohibit certain transactions with specified countries or entities. The types of prohibited activities vary by country and change frequently due to changes in foreign policy and international relations.
U.S. Export Laws
U.S. Export Laws
Export control is governed by a group of federal regulations designed to advance the national security, foreign policy, and economic interests of the United States. These regulations have been around since the early 20th century. In 1949 the Export Control Act (implemented by the Export Administration Regulations - EAR) was enacted, and in 1976, the Arms Export Control Act became law (implemented by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations - ITAR).
Export Compliance Program
The Export Compliance Office maintains an Export Compliance Program for the University of Maryland. The purpose of the written document is to define the goals of the Program, define the various roles and responsibilities, and outline the services and guidance provided by the Export Compliance Office to the various functional areas.
Contact the RSO
Research Security Office:
University of Maryland
2133 Lee Building
College Park, MD 20742
To schedule a call or meeting, please email our reflector: researchsecurity@umd.edu
Export Compliance Training
Direct Training Events
The Export Compliance Office provides customized training for all faculty and staff. Please contact the ECO to discuss training needs and schedule a training event.