As global research collaboration expands, research security has emerged as a crucial aspect of protecting intellectual property, technological advancements, and academic integrity. The European Union has increasingly recognised research security as part of its broader economic and national security strategies. The EU’s approach emphasises risk-based assessments, due diligence procedures, and sector-specific policies rather than blanket restrictions.
Some European countries, notably Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom, have led efforts to implement research security frameworks, balancing academic freedom with national security considerations. The Czech Republic has also made significant strides in acknowledging and addressing the risks associated with foreign influence in academia. However, the currentmeasures remain largely reactive rather than proactive, with a notablegap between policy adoption and institutional implementation.
This policy paper by Dominika Remžová and Ivana Karásková examines the evolving research security landscape in the Czech Republic, drawing comparisons with established best practices in other European countries.
