As a PI, what should I consider in determining if export controls regulations might impact my research?

The principal Investigator (PI) on a project has the best understanding of his or her research and, therefore, is integral in determining whether the particular technology, data, or information in that research may have export control issues.

To determine if a project is export-controlled, answering these questions will assist in determining whether export controls may apply:

• Will you be shipping equipment to a foreign country?
• Are you collaborating with foreign colleagues in foreign countries?
• Training foreign nationals in using equipment?
• Working with a country subject to a US boycott (e.g., Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, Syria, Crimea region of Ukraine)?
• Is the RFP marked “Export Controlled”?
• Is the sponsor requiring pre-approval rights over the publications or participation of foreign nationals?

If YES to any of these, contact the Export Controls office to determine if a license is required.