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Research And Development Agreement
"I need a Research and Development Agreement governed by Hong Kong law for a 24-month software development project between my tech company and Hong Kong University, starting March 2025, with provisions for joint IP ownership and academic publication rights."
1. Parties: Identification of the parties to the agreement
2. Background: Context of the R&D project and relationship between parties
3. Definitions: Definitions of technical and legal terms used in the agreement
4. Scope of R&D Services: Detailed description of the R&D work to be performed
5. Project Management: Governance structure, reporting requirements, and key personnel
6. Payment Terms: Financial terms, including R&D fees, milestone payments, and expenses
7. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and licensing of background and foreground IP
8. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
9. Data Protection: Handling and protection of personal and research data
10. Deliverables and Acceptance: Description of deliverables and acceptance criteria
11. Warranties and Indemnities: Standard warranties and indemnification provisions
12. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and termination rights
13. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including governing law, notices, etc.
1. Regulatory Compliance: Required when R&D involves regulated industries or products
2. Background IP License: Needed when existing IP is being licensed for use in the R&D
3. Clinical Trial Provisions: Required for R&D involving human subjects or clinical trials
4. Government Funding: Required when project receives government grants or funding
5. Export Control: Needed for international R&D collaboration or technology transfer
6. Commercialization Rights: Optional provisions for future commercialization of R&D results
7. Publication Rights: Required for academic collaborations or public research institutions
8. Equipment and Facilities: Needed when specific research facilities or equipment are provided
9. Student Involvement: Required when university students are involved in the R&D
1. Project Plan: Detailed timeline, milestones, and deliverables
2. Budget and Payment Schedule: Detailed breakdown of costs and payment milestones
3. Background IP: List and description of existing IP being brought to the project
4. Key Personnel: List of key researchers and their roles
5. Technical Specifications: Detailed technical requirements and specifications
6. Research Protocols: Detailed research methodologies and procedures
7. Form of Reports: Templates for progress and final reports
8. Equipment and Facilities: List and specifications of equipment and facilities to be used
9. Security Requirements: IT and physical security requirements for the project
Authors
Technology
Pharmaceuticals
Biotechnology
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Aerospace
Automotive
Chemical
Electronics
Energy
Environmental Sciences
Materials Science
Telecommunications
Software Development
Medical Devices
Legal
Research & Development
Intellectual Property
Innovation
Commercial
Technical Operations
Product Development
Scientific Affairs
Regulatory Affairs
Finance
Project Management Office
Business Development
Procurement
Compliance
Chief Technology Officer
Research Director
Head of R&D
Legal Counsel
IP Manager
Project Manager
Chief Scientific Officer
Research Scientist
Development Engineer
Innovation Manager
Technical Director
Commercial Director
Contract Manager
Head of Innovation
Chief Executive Officer
Research Team Lead
Product Development Manager
Technology Transfer Officer
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