Protecting Against Foreign Influence
Export Control Compliance
The federal laws that govern the export of controlled items and technical data to foreign countries and foreign nationals.
Intellectual Property Protection
The creation of the mind: inventions, literary and artistic works, and symbols, names, images, and designs used in commerce.
The University of Central Florida (UCF) is committed to facilitating open and publicly accessible research and scholarly activities both domestically and internationally. International activities and partnerships are a valued and key part of the academic experience. UCF is also committed to adhering to federal and state laws and regulations related to the disclosure of financial interests and outside activities with international partners. Multiple units at UCF are available and happy to assist faculty, staff, and students in meeting these reporting requirements. The purpose of this webpage is to assist the UCF community in better understanding the risks related to inappropriate foreign influence, ways to mitigate those risks, and how to meet federal and state reporting requirements related to foreign influence.
The UCF community is encouraged to continue engaging in international partnerships and activities. International partnerships and international activities are a key and valuable part of academia.