Purpose/Background

In alignment with the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 (P.L. 117-167) and National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33) which aim to safeguard US science and engineering research, and to comply with Federal funding requirements, Bates College has implemented several policies focused on ensuring Research Security.  These policies and procedures identify requirements for training and disclosures for Bates faculty and staff to remain in compliance with Research Security requirements of federal funding agencies.

Overview

Research Security compliance at Bates includes the following policies and associated training requirements:

• Policy on Research Security and Disclosure of Other Support
  • Other Support Disclosure Form
• Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research Training
  • RECR Training Checklist for Students
• Policy on Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Programs

In addition, the following policies are relevant to faculty who travel internationally on Bates business and are included here for reference.

• Financial Conflict of Interest Disclosure requirements
• Export Control
• Foreign Travel

Each of these policies meets a specific federal funding compliance requirement and serves a specific purpose, however there is overlap in their purposes and implementation processes and training requirements.  Faculty and staff who wish to apply for external funding are advised to consult with the Office of Sponsored Programs and Research Compliance for guidance specific to the training and disclosure requirements for their proposed funding agency.   See this TABLE for training and disclosure requirements and timing by funder.