Past Webinars

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  Tue, Nov 10

  NSF SECURE SPARK Webinar: Behind the Investigation: Sham Scientific Societies and Research Security / 

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  Nov 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PST

  SPARK Webinar

  Join Nature reporter Max Kozlov for a behind-the-scenes look at his investigation into sham scientific societies, how they mislead researchers, and what institutions can do to recognize deceptive practices.
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  Thu, Nov 05

  NSF SECURE SPARK: Research Cybersecurity in Practice: Programs, Partnerships, and Peer Support / 

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  Nov 05, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM PST

  Webinar

  Explore how research security, IT, and other teams can work together to strengthen cybersecurity programs—and discover practical resources, frameworks, and communities that can help.
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  Tue, Oct 27

  An Introduction to Transnational Repression in the Academic Setting / 

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  Oct 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT

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  Explore how transnational repression can affect university campuses, academic freedom, and research security—and what institutions can do to protect students, scholars, and research communities.
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  Tue, Oct 13

  NSF SECURE Center, SPARK + FBI: The Origins of NSPM-33 Requirements / 

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  Oct 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

  Webinar

  Join FBI Intelligence Analyst Joshua Obstfeld for a behind-the-scenes look at how NSPM-33 was developed and what shaped its research security requirements.
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  Thu, Sep 10

  Research Security on the Road: Hidden Risks in International Travel / 

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  Sep 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 11:05 AM PDT

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  A conversation about the evolving international travel threat landscape and the research security risks that can arise. Speakers will share practical approaches for assessing travel risk, strengthening coordination between research security and global safety teams, and mitigating potential risks.
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  Tue, Aug 25

  SPARK + FBI Webinar: China’s Virtual Targeting Strategy: What You Need to Know / 

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  Aug 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT

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  Joshua Obstfeld, FBI Counterintelligence Sr. Executive, External Engagement, will discuss how China’s intelligence services use professional networking platforms, online job boards, and virtual recruitment strategies to target individuals with access to sensitive and proprietary information.
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  Tue, Aug 04

  SPARK + CBP and FBI Webinar: Import of Biological Research Materials / 

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  Aug 04, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  Webinar

  Join the NSF SECURE Center for a SPARK webinar on importing biological research materials into the U.S. Learn about import requirements, compliance challenges, biological security risks, and best practices from experts at CBP and the FBI.
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  Thu, Jul 16

  NSF SECURE SPARK Webinar: Changes to NSF SBIR/STTR Programs - Foreign Influence and Research Security / 

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  Jul 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

  Webinar

  Designed for small businesses, startups, and technology transfer professionals, this webinar explores how research security and foreign influence considerations are shaping the NSF SBIR/STTR program, with practical guidance for applicants, awardees, and industry partners.