“Do not assume that export control regulations do not apply to you! A mistake could be costly to you and the university!”

Since September 11, 2007, existing Federal export control regulations are being enforced at Universities as a part of the U.S. anti-terrorism policy. This has resulted in an increased federal scrutiny of University research, particularly in the life sciences, engineering, computer technology and biological materials, but also in areas as diverse as foreign travel and purchasing. The regulations concern a broad and sometimes unexpected range of products, technology, information and activities, both within the United States and internationally.

Export control regulations apply to:

• the transfer of specified items or information to people or entities outside the U.S.
• the disclosure of certain information to certain foreign nationals inside the U.S. (aka “deemed export”)
• the training or offering of servithes involving controlled equipment or information to foreign nationals
• transactions with, or providing services to, certain foreign countries or individuals who are on embargo lists.

On October 23, 2007, the Office of the Vice President for Research is hosting a seminar on Export Control with presentations by Dr. Susan Sedwick from the University of Texas, and FBI Special Agent, Christopher Golomb. The seminar will be held at the Law School Auditorium from 3 to 4:30 p.m. For further information, contact the Research Compliance Office at 577-9064.