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International Research Operations

Review guidelines and resources for planning your global research activities.

On this page, you’ll find guidance and resources for faculty and staff who are planning to conduct University research projects abroad. We can also be your primary point of contact as you plan your international research activities.

Planning your activities

Conducting research projects internationally can be complex. Considerable prior planning may be required to assess employment issues, compliance with local laws, corporate establishment concerns, cash and payment needs, University and personal tax issues, travel risk, federal award requirements, IRB approvals, and export control regulations.

The Office of Global Engagement, together with other offices that support University operations, have compiled resources and guidance on key issues that faculty and staff should consider as they plan their international research projects. Faculty and staff should review each of the topics below as they plan their activities, and contact those offices indicated with additional questions.