Restrictions on the sharing of technical research

Technical research may be restricted to particular nations, particular corporations, or both. Researchers are often not allowed to share their work with others in their field. These restrictions block common information exchange and hamper those trying to coordinate resource usage on a global basis.

1. Restrictions on international freedom of information
2. Irrelevant scientific activity

1. Tax barriers to the dissemination of technical knowledge
2. Barriers to open publication of research results

1. Uncoordinated research efforts
2. Elitist control of production
3. Disadvantageous terms for technology transfer

1. Misapplication of research results

1. Restricting sharing of technical research

1. Restriction