I am doing basic research that includes field work done overseas; does my research qualify under the Fundamental Research Exclusion?
Maybe. To qualify as Fundamental Research, research must be conducted at an accredited institution of higher education located in the United States. If your research includes work done outside the U.S., it may not qualify for the Fundamental Research Exclusion. This does not automatically mean that export licenses will be required, but it does mean that an export control determination needs to be done before the work begins. Contact exportcontrol@osu.edu for help in determining your license requirements.
