Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Written by
Ashley Peterson-DeLuca

The Division of Sponsored Programs (DSP), in collaboration with the Research Integrity and Security Office (RISO), will host a three-part webinar series this fall focused on international research collaborations and relevant research security issues. You will have the opportunity to hear from experts, ask questions, and receive practical guidance. 

Oct. 29: What Researchers Need to Know and Do

This introductory session will cover what research security is, where research security considerations can arise in international research activities, and when you should pause and ask questions before entering or changing an international collaboration. The session will begin with introductory remarks from David Schwebel, vice president for research, followed by a presentation and discussion with guest panelists. A 30-minute Q&A will follow.

Nov. 12: Protecting and Sharing Your Research at Iowa

This session will address practical considerations for protecting, storing, accessing, and sharing research data when collaborating internationally or traveling abroad with research data. A 30-minute Q&A will follow.

Dec. 3: Disclose, Approve, Collaborate

This session will provide guidance on international relationships, foreign components, disclosures, appointments, and varying sponsor requirements. Barry Thomas, senior vice provost, will join the session as a guest panelist. A 30-minute Q&A will follow.

Can't join a webinar? Review UI research security policies and guidance

The University of Iowa’s Research Security Program addresses federal security requirements for the university’s research enterprise. Their policies and guidance covers: 

  • Research security training 
  • International travel security and required training
  • Federal laws that restrict the export of goods, technology, related technical data, and certain services
  • Cybersecurity
  • International collaboration
  • Foreign talent recruitment programs