Export Controls Information
Fundamental Research Exclusion
It is important to note that only the results of research falling within this definition are excluded from the requirements of export control laws and regulations. No license is needed to share these results, even if they relate to items or technology that are otherwise controlled. Of significance to Princeton University is that this exclusion permits U.S. universities to allow foreign members of their communities (e.g., students, faculty, and visitors) to participate in research projects involving export-controlled information on campus in the U.S. without the need for a license. However this exclusion does not permit the transfer of export controlled information, materials, or items abroad, even to research collaborators, except under very limited circumstances.
Thus, the fundamental research exclusion enables Princeton University to conduct the majority of research activities that fall under the definition of fundamental research without the constraints of export control laws. Research performed on University premises normally will be considered as fundamental research unless the university or its researchers accept sponsor restrictions on publication of scientific and technical information resulting from the project or activity.
