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International Engagement Best Practices

  • Err on the side of transparency when considering or reporting a foreign activity
  • Review current projects to ensure that all locations outside the U.S. where significant scientific activities are performed (Foreign Components) have been disclosed through progress reports and final technical reports. Obtain prior approval when adding a Foreign Component to an existing federal award. All new proposals should include a clear description of all Foreign Components
  • Review each funding application to ensure that all resources available in direct support of an individual’s research activities (Other Support) are disclosed as required by their federal sponsors
  • Report inventions and disclose Intellectual Property that may need to be protected
  • If a federal agency contacts you asking questions about your foreign disclosures, Foreign Components, etc., please contact: FundingAgencyDisclosures@pitt.edu immediately for assistance