Regulation impacting the university sector has increased in recent years and it can be overwhelming. With the aim of demystifying some of this regulation, specifically that which impacts international collaborations and research in 'higher risk' areas (as defined by the UK government), the Governance Office have arranged two online training sessions to take place this term.

These will be run by law firm Fieldfisher, with the aim to inform staff and researchers about the following:

• Export controls - including the new 'emerging technologies' controls
• Sanctions
• National Security and Investment (NSI) Act

The training will explore how these laws may impact your work and research, and how - as individuals and as a University - we can ensure that we remain compliant. It will include a comprehensive presentation, Q&A and discussion, and example scenarios.

The first session will also include a deep dive into the 'emerging technologies' controls which were introduced by the UK government in April 2024. These controls are focused on quantum technologies, cryogenic technologies, semiconductor technologies, additive manufacturing equipment and advanced materials.

Please contact Selvi (s.genc@sussex.ac.uk) and ask to sign up to one of the below sessions: 

• Tuesday 15 October 2024, 11.00am - 1.00pm (online) - focus on 'emerging technologies' controls

• Thursday 21 November 2024, 11.00am - 1.00pm (online)

Who should attend

The training will be especially relevant for those carrying out applied research in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Medicine. However, all staff and researchers (including Professional Services staff and postgraduate researchers) are welcome to attend. 

How to sign up

Simply send a message to Selvi (s.genc@sussex.ac.uk) with your preferred date. 

About the trainer

Richard Tauwhare works in the International Trade team of Fieldfisher, a prominent UK law firm. Richard specialises in US, UK and EU export controls, sanctions and trade compliance. He has 35 years’ experience in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office including heading the department responsible for UK policy on arms and dual-use exports, and trade sanctions. He worked in an international law firm, Dechert, for four years and has worked with Fieldfisher for five years, assisting a wide range of UK, EU and US organisations, including over a dozen UK universities and research bodies.

If you have any general queries, please contact governance-support@sussex.ac.uk. 

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