As described in the Trusted Research guidance, legal frameworks play an integral role in protecting national security. Some of this legislation may apply depending on the nature of certain academic activities.
The University provides guidance on legislation concerned with national security, pertinent to academic work.
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Export controls
Learn more about export controls and how it may be applicable to some academic work performed at Imperial.
National Security and Investment Act 2021
Learn more about the NSI Act and how it may be applicable to some acquisitions that take place as part of research collaborations.
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Biological and chemical security
Biological and chemical security plays a critical role in protecting national security and maintaining the integrity of our sector. Review the University's guidance to learn more.
ATAS
The Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) applies to all international students and researchers (apart from exempt nationalities) who are subject to UK immigration control and are intending to study or research at postgraduate level in certain sensitive subjects.