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US NSF Prohibits Funding for Collaborations with Restricted Entities

US NSF Prohibits Funding for Collaborations with Restricted Entities

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ThreatCluster •October 8, 2026 at 21:40 UTC
  • •NSF prohibits funding for collaborations with entities on U.S. restricted parties lists.
  • •The policy is aimed at mitigating national security risks from foreign interference.
  • •Senior personnel are barred from holding positions with restricted entities during NSF awards.

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) announced a new policy prohibiting the use of NSF funds for collaborations with entities on U.S. restricted parties lists. This decision is based on national security concerns, as the NSF determined that existing risk mitigation strategies were insufficient. Senior personnel will be barred from collaborating with these restricted entities or holding positions with them during the NSF award period. The policy aims to address potential foreign interference and protect U.S. research integrity. This move reflects a broader trend towards stricter research-security measures in the U.S., particularly concerning collaborations with Chinese academic and scientific organizations. The NSF's announcement aligns with recent legislative efforts to enhance research security and prevent intellectual property theft. The policy will be implemented in the near future, with specific guidelines to be revised accordingly.

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2026-10-08
NSF announces funding prohibition
NSF declares a new policy to prohibit funding for collaborations with entities on U.S. restricted parties lists due to national security concerns.
www.nsf.gov
2026-10-08
Quincy Institute publishes analysis
Quincy Institute discusses the implications of the NSF's funding prohibition and the shift towards broader research-security measures in the U.S.
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What entities are affected by the NSF funding prohibition?
The prohibition applies to collaborations with entities listed on U.S. restricted parties lists, which include various foreign organizations deemed a security risk.
What are the implications for researchers?
Researchers will need to ensure they do not collaborate with restricted entities to maintain eligibility for NSF funding.
When will the new policy take effect?
The NSF plans to implement the policy soon, with revised guidance to be provided to the research community.