LERU position on TTC working group 7

This statement outlines LERU’s views on the topics which it feels this work group could cover which would bring significant value to research-intensive universities in Europe, in the US and globally. 

LERU believes that the TTC should cover:

• Human rights and cybersecurity provisions;
• The scope and application of controls on emerging and foundational technologies;
• Controlled technology and patent applications;
• Standard procedures for dealing with Intangible Technology Transfers (for example, collaborations, technical assistance, publications);
• Coherent definitions of ‘basic and applied research’ and ‘in the public domain’.

Universities can have two significant roles within the TTC discussions. Firstly, universities have a role in providing cutting-edge expertise on specific topics (whether they be technical, for example on potential applications of emerging technologies, or on more socio-legal issues such as human rights). Secondly, universities should provide guidance on the possible challenges to implementation of specific guidelines within the university context.