These policies ensure responsible research that adheres with state and federal laws, and funding agency requirements, enabling UC Berkeley to expand fundamental knowledge that yields long-term, societal benefits for California, the United States, and the world.
Research
These policies cover research sponsored by industry, including SBIR and STTR grants subcontracted to UC Berkeley from small businesses.
- Statement of Economic Interests for Principal Investigators(link is external) (State of California Form 700-U)
- UCOP Summary Statement of Principles and Policies on Institutional Conflict of Interest in Research(link is external)
- Compliance Information Form for Research Gifts(link is external)
- UC Berkeley Research Compliance Guidelines(link is external)
- UC Berkeley Export Control Compliance Guidelines(link is external)
- UCOP Standards of Ethical Conduct(link is external)
- Berkeley Conflict of Interest Website(link is external)
- Federal Financial Disclosure Forms, Policies, and Procedures(link is external)
Intellectual Property and Licensing
This guidance on managing conflict of interest in license agreements applies to all University of California employees.
- UCOP Guidance on Managing Potential Conflicts of Interest in License Agreements(link is external)
- UCOP Guidance on Managing Potential Conflicts of Interest in Licensing under the CA Political Reform Act(link is external)
Outside Activities
These policies apply to all UC employees working with outside entities, including consulting for startups or other organizations.