Patents Act (Cap. 221): Primary legislation governing patent protection in Singapore, crucial for protecting new inventions and innovations resulting from the research collaboration
Copyright Act (Cap. 63): Regulates copyright protection for original works, including research papers, software, and other intellectual outputs from the collaboration
Trade Marks Act (Cap. 332): Governs the protection of trademarks and brands that may be developed during the research collaboration
Registered Designs Act (Cap. 266): Protects the visual design of articles produced through research and development
Contract Law (Amendment) Act 2012: Provides the legal framework for contract formation, enforcement, and remedies in Singapore
Electronic Transactions Act (Cap. 88): Governs electronic communications and digital signatures in contractual agreements
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates the collection, use, disclosure, and care of personal data in research activities
Human Biomedical Research Act (HBRA): Regulates human biomedical research and ensures ethical research practices
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Ensures research collaboration doesn't create anti-competitive effects in the market
Employment Act (Cap. 91): Governs employment relationships and rights of researchers involved in the collaboration
Work Injury Compensation Act: Provides compensation framework for work-related injuries during research activities
National Framework for Research, Innovation and Enterprise: Provides guidelines and policies for research and innovation activities in Singapore
Research Ethics Guidelines: Establishes ethical standards and requirements for conducting research in Singapore
Data Protection Regulations: Specific regulations under PDPA governing data protection in research contexts
Confidentiality and Trade Secrets: Common law principles protecting confidential information and trade secrets in research
Technology Transfer Regulations: Guidelines governing the transfer of technology and knowledge between collaboration partners
Export Control Laws: Regulations controlling the export of sensitive research materials, data, or technology
Research Integrity Guidelines: Standards and practices ensuring research integrity and preventing misconduct
