Fundamental Research

Fundamental Research

“Fundamental research means research in science, engineering, or mathematics, the results of which ordinarily are published and shared broadly within the research community, and for which the researchers have not accepted restrictions for proprietary or national security reasons” 15 CFR 734.8(c).

“Technology” or “software” that arises during, or results from, fundamental research and is intended to be published is not subject to the Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR 734.8).

This exclusion does not apply to technology or software that is subject to the Export Administration Regulations or to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations that is used or released to conduct fundamental research.

Although the fundamental research definition provides an exemption from export regulations for those conducting fundamental research intended for publication, it is a narrow definition which only applies to research results in technical data form (e.g. software and reports). The fundamental research definition in the export regulations does not encompass confidential/proprietary information or tangible items required to perform the related research or outputs of that research.

For more information on how SLAC manages the receipt of confidential information, and the considerations that might be applicable from an export compliance perspective, please visit SLAC \site on Nondisclosure and Confidentiality Agreements.