UK government guidance
The UK Government expects universities to keep their research secure and be up to date with their security processes and requirements. It supports the HE sector with a range of guidance and support specific to academia through the National Security and Investment Act (NSI), Export Controls and Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS).
In addition, the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) and its Trusted Research campaign provide further guidance, information and mitigation for researchers and research-related colleagues. The NPSA resources can be accessed by clicking on the box below.
National Security and Investment Act (NSI)
- NSI: details of the 17 types of notifiable acquisitions
- NSI: guidance for the higher education and research-intensive sectors
Exports Control
- Export controls applying to academic research
- Consolidated list of strategic military and dual-use items that require export authorisation
Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS)
