Many sponsors are implementing research security requirements for applicants and awarded researchers. Always confirm that the information below aligns with the sponsor’s latest requirements before submitting a proposal or annual certification. Table of Contents Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Agency Guidance DAPRA Risk Assessment Model: Fundamental Research Risk-Based Security Review Process (pdf) and DARPA Countering Foreign […]
Topic: Research Security
Current and Pending (Other) Support Policy
Effective: October 1, 2025 Most federal sponsors require information about other support available to senior/key personnel. This information is disclosed on the Current and Pending (Other) Support document. Sponsors request this information to evaluate project personnel’s capacity to perform the project, and to confirm that there is no scientific, budgetary, or commitment overlap. Current and […]
Disclosing Activities to Sponsors
It is very common for researchers to engage in professional activities outside of WashU. Most of these activities do not present concerns for the university or funding agencies, provided they are properly structured and disclosed. It is important to be fully honest in all disclosures. Even if an activity does not feel relevant to disclose, […]
Hosting Visitors, Students, and Scholars
Hosting visitors in research areas may increase security risks. Follow these best practices to safely host visitors, students, and scholars. Preparing to host Work with your department business office to complete the appropriate packets for any visitor. Review WashU Global resources for hosting international visitors. Required screenings must be completed: Obtain sponsor approval as needed […]
Effective and Secure Collaborations
Collaborative research, especially internationally collaborative research, continues to be a fundamental principle of research. Collaborative research broadens the depth of information and results, strengthening the research enterprise, researchers, and the United States. Avoiding international collaborations out of fear or unwillingness to take necessary precautions reduces the overall quality of research. Research security practices should be […]
Foreign Talent Programs Guidance
Guidance for Personal Agreements
Visit https://coi.wustl.edu/guidance-for-personal-agreements/.
Trainings for Researchers
Compliance Trainings Below are the major compliance trainings required for the research community. Most mandatory trainings are assigned in Workday Learning based on HR data or by the completion of the Compliance Profile. All members of the research community are encouraged to complete the compliance profile at the start of a new position or when job […]
Conflicts of Interest (COI)
Conflicts of Interest (COI) Office Staff Kailee Zingler Director kaileez@wustl.edu Brittney Haas Research Compliance Specialist brittney.haas@wustl.edu Sarah Laughlin Research Compliance Specialist slaughlin@wustl.edu Erin Murdock External Relations Associate 314-747-6254 murdockel@wustl.edu Tim Rubbelke Senior Research Compliance Specialist 314-747-6274 trubbelke@wustl.edu Kathy Schaberg Research Compliance Specialist 314-362-4913 kschaberg@wustl.edu
Export Control
Export control oversight, including the development and implementation of procedures to promote the University’s ongoing compliance with export control laws and the development of training and education for faculty and staff Export Control Office Staff Hollie Noia Manager, Research Compliance & Integrity 314-747-1378 hbeck22@wustl.edu Jennifer Huang Senior Research Compliance Specialist, Export Control/CRI/ESCRO jhuang@wustl.edu