Background checks on potential cooperation partners, visiting researchers and other project participants reflect a growing awareness of security in an increasingly globally interconnected research environment. The aim is to ensure the sustainable safeguarding of international research cooperation and to protect both institutional and national interests.
To specifically support institutions in addressing this challenge, the DLR Projektträger’s Safeguarding Science team organised an expert workshop in spring 2025 with eight universities and research organisations that have already established a process for conducting personal background checks. The results are published here as an addendum to the 2024 “Due Diligence in Science” manual and provide practical guidance for developing tailored, institution-specific screening processes.
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Due diligence in science: a closer look at personal background checks
How can due diligence in science be implemented in practice? What aspects do universities and research institutions need to consider when conducting background checks on individuals? The DLR Projektträger has developed an addendum to the 2024 Due Diligence in Science manual that outlines recommendations and practical examples.
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