A Material Transfer Agreement (MTA) outlines the transfer of materials (ie: innovations in engineering, agriculture, health, physical sciences, etc.) for research use. It addresses any related issues including, but not limited to: ownership of transferred material(s); any limitations of use; dissemination of material(s); publication rights; confidentiality and any other rights to inventions and research results.
A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a legally binding document that prevents parties involved from sharing any confidential and/or proprietary information.
Requests to review and execute Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs) or Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) may be submitted via email or through the online request form.
**Processing time varies, depending on the complexity of the matter. It is preferred that the OIC work directly with the other party to allow for timely follow up, and to keep the processing time to a minimum.