We are developing a customisable digital toolkit to support trusted research and secure innovation practices at Scottish universities. Further information about the resources we are developing will be published on our website as the project progresses.
The information from external organisations given below is intended as a starting point for general guidance on trusted research and secure innovation in the UK.
UK Government
Two UK Government organisations, the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA) and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), developed the concept of Trusted Research in 2019 to protect UK research from hostile foreign influence, including intellectual property theft and misuse.
They jointly publish advice and guidance to support the integrity of UK international research collaboration systems. This includes specific guidance for academia, guidance for international conference attendees and short videos on research security risks.
- Trusted Research Home Page
- Trusted Research Guidance for Academia
- Trusted Research Countries and Conferences Guidance
- Implementation Scenario Videos
Research Collaboration Advice Team (RCAT)
- UK Government team that provides advice to research institutions on the national security risks linked to international research.
- Each institution has a nominated RCAT point of contact.
- Publishes guidance, news and updates: RCAT webpage
Universities UK
- Guidance for institutions on the considerations and measures they should take to guard against hostile interference and promote academic freedom: Managing risks in Internationalisation: Security related issues
- Case studies from a diverse range of institutions, representing a wide range of scenarios: Case studies: how universities are managing risk in internationalisation
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
- Guidance on the relevant legislation and links to examples of good practice for researchers: UKRI Trusted research and innovation
The Higher Education Research Security Association (HERSA)
- HERSA (formerly HEECA) is a forum for engagement engagement and shared expertise for the UK higher education research security community.
- Facilitates both in-person and online events promoting key discussions and best practices.
- Develops guidance and training materials to address sector-specific challenges.
- Visit the HERSA website