Training

Research Security

Federally-funded PIs, key personnel, and other individuals are required to complete research security training under National Security Presidential Memorandum-33 (NSPM-33) and the CHIPS and Science Act. To comply, individuals must complete all four modules of the MIT Research Security course, which addresses:

• Establishing and maintaining secure research practices at MIT
• Collaborating safely with peers, both domestic and international
• Federal regulations and Institute policies regarding research integrity and security
• Systems and services available at MIT to support a robust and secure global research ecosystem

Undue Foreign Influence

All researchers are encouraged to complete the course Undue Foreign Influence: Risks and Mitigations through the CITI Program (Touchstone required). The course covers:

• Undue foreign influence impacts and concerns for academia
• Reporting, research integrity, and effective practices to manage undue foreign influence risk
• Cybersecurity and compliance considerations for safeguarding research
• Nondiscrimination considerations when managing undue foreign influence

There are four modules, and each module can be completed in approximately 30 minutes or less.

Using CITI

• Set Up Your CITI Account
• Take CITI Courses

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