Complete and Update Disclosures: Complete and update federal agency and Northwestern disclosures. Review the federal requirements and Northwestern disclosure expectations when submitting a proposal or accepting funding.
Review and use the Northwestern Resources: Review and use the resources on the federal agency requirements maintained by Sponsored Research (SR) and the foreign influence guidance from Export Controls & International Compliance (ECIC).
Understand the terms and conditions: Work closely with your research administrators, SR, and ECIC to understand any foreign influence-related conditions (e.g., foreign person approval, data security requirements, etc.).
Ask Questions: If you have questions regarding improper foreign interference or the disclosure process, the University’s approach to addressing these concerns, or anything related, please work closely with your dean’s office or unit leader.
Seek Additional Guidance: The Office for Research (OR) assists researchers in understanding and navigating compliance and legal requirements. Please feel free to direct inquiries to Sponsored Research’s Leadership, or Amy Weber, Senior Director for Export Controls and International Compliance. Please contact Kate Booth, Assistant Vice President, Risk and Compliance, for conflict-of-interest-related matters.
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