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Peer reviewedPritchard, David; Sanders, Craig – Journalism Quarterly, 1989
Examines the extent to which the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) enables access to information about federally funded university research. Concludes that information on government research grants is covered by the FOIA only if a government agency has possession. (RS)
Descriptors: Accountability, Confidentiality, Disclosure, Federal Government
Peer reviewedLewis, Tammy L.; Vincler, Lisa A. – Journal of College and University Law, 1994
Implications of public disclosure laws, both state and federal, for university research culture and practices are examined. Issues discussed include research documentation, funding, scientific norms, patent rights for federally funded inventions, the university-industry research relationship, academic freedom, and the Freedom of Information Act.…
Descriptors: Academic Freedom, Access to Information, College Administration, Confidential Records
Peer reviewedShockley, Pat – Journal of College and University Law, 1994
Instances in which federal patent or copyright law may be too rigid or limited to protect university research are discussed, and the applicability of trade-secrets law is assessed, particularly under the Freedom of Information Act. Differential treatment of trade secrets under state laws is considered. (MSE)
Descriptors: Access to Information, Administrative Policy, College Administration, Confidentiality
