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US orders universities to audit foreign research ties

The United States ordered universities to review their connections with foreign research partners.

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The measure could affect international research cooperation and intensify scrutiny of cross-border technology ties.

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  1. US orders universities to audit foreign research ties – Physics World ↗physicsworld.com · Recorded source date: Aug 26, 2026, 4:17 PM UTC

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