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Research Security Training
As of January 15, 2026, all federal proposals routed through InfoEd require Research Security Training. This applies to all URI Lead PIs and their Key Personnel that receive Federal Funding, and includes, but is not limited to: federal awards, flowthroughs, and subawards.

Where to Access Research Security Training: Research Security training is provided by CITI and available to all URI faculty, staff, and students.

Required Module and Link: CITI’s Research Security Training (Combined)  https://www.citiprogram.org/portal?site=912&stageID=481957

Export Control Training
PIs, key personnel, and anyone working with controlled or sensitive research  must complete Export Control Training.

Special note: All NSF participants are required to take Export Control training based on the new RCR requirement: https://www.nsf.gov/notices/important/important-notice-no-149-updates-nsf-research-security/in149.

Where to Access Export Control Training: Export Control training is provided by CITI and available to all URI faculty, staff, and students.

Required Module and Link:  
Intro to Export Controls (ID 16800) https://www.citiprogram.org/portal?site=912&stageID=278342

Instructions for accessing the CITI training are available here.

CUI Training
DOD Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) training is mandatory for all URI personnel with access to controlled unclassified information (CUI). Annual refresher training is also required for continued access to CUI.

Where to Access CUI Training: CUI training is provided by DoD and available to all URI faculty, staff, and students.

Required Module and Link: DOD Mandatory CUI Training (IF141.06) https://www.cdse.edu/Training/eLearning/IF141/

Record Keeping

Record Keeping Notification: All individuals are required to keep a record of their Research Security, Export Control, and CUI training. The federal government will NOT maintain training records. You must save and maintain a copy of your records and provide them upon request.

Questions: Please contact URI’s Director of Research Security at carolconnolly@uri.edu