Memo: Import/Export of Biological Samples
Dear Colleagues: We would like to share some important news related to the import/export of biological samples. These accounts, called to our attention by US regulatory agencies, including the FBI, US Department of Agriculture (USDA), Department of Commerce Exports (DCE), and Customs and Border Protection (CBP), report on several recent incidents in which biological samples […]
Intellectual Property Theft in America
In this 60 Minutes piece, CBS News explores how economic espionage sponsored by the Chinese government is costing U.S. corporations hundreds of billions of dollars and more than two million jobs.
Things to Consider when Hosting a J-1 Visiting Research Scholar
To anticipate how the U.S. government might review an application for a visiting research scholar, hosting organizations can weigh a number of issues such as the potential visitor’s research background and what kind of research will be conducted in the host lab.
Ex-UCF Professor Accused of Working for Banned Chinese University
Before his forced resignation, an electrical engineering professor at the University of Central Florida continued working with a Chinese university despite being told by export control officials that it was a “denied entity,” a designation indicating that is a threat to American national security and foreign policy interests.
DOT and FAA Finalize Rules for Drones
The new regulations will create new opportunities for business and government to use drones.
Universities Push Back on Barring Foreign Students from Research Projects and Classes
American universities are pushing back against a proposed State Department rule that would bar foreign students from more research projects and classes involving information seen as vital to national security.
Treasury and Commerce Announce Regulatory Amendments to the Cuba Sanctions
In 2015, the U.S. federal government loosened restrictions in its 50+ year embargo on Cuba, allowing for more trade, investment, and travel.