As you prepare to conduct research, it is important to consider the various policies and laws that might govern the work you intend to carry out and impact how you manage your research data, from export control regulations on sharing data that may be national security interest to how intellectual property ownership is governed by the UT system. Policies can be instituted by UT Austin, the UT system, the state and federal governments, and federal and private funders. Whether you are a leading a research group or working within one, it's important to make sure that you are familiar with these policies to avoid exposing yourself, your group/department/institute, and the university to legal risks. Other offices on campus, including
OVPR,
OSP, and
Discovery to Impact can also provide guidance around research policies.
