National Security Presidential Memorandum 33 (NSPM-33), issued in January 2021, outlines a critical initiative to combat foreign government interference and exploitation of federally funded research. Its primary objectives are to enhance research security by implementing measures in four key areas:
- Disclosure Requirement and Standardization
- Digital Persistent Identifiers
- Consequences for Violation of Disclosure Requirements Information
- Research Security Programs
Funding agencies must mandate that research institutions, which receive annual Federal science and engineering support exceeding $50 million, provide certification to the funding agency confirming the establishment and operation of a research security program. UAMS fulfills this requirement and is obligated to comply with it.
Research Security Programs Elements:
- Foreign Travel Security
- Research Security Training
- Cybersecurity Training and Processes
- Export Control Training