Collaboration Research Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Ethics and Research Standards: Required when research involves human subjects, animals, or sensitive data

2. International Collaboration Terms: Needed when parties from different countries are involved, addressing cross-border issues

3. Equipment and Facilities Use: Required when specific research facilities or equipment are shared between parties

4. Commercialization Rights: Needed when there's potential for commercial exploitation of research outcomes

5. Student Involvement: Required when students will be involved in the research project

6. Data Management: Detailed section needed when project involves significant data collection and sharing

7. Health and Safety: Required for research involving laboratory work or field activities

8. Insurance and Liability: Detailed section needed for high-risk research activities

9. Export Control: Required when research involves controlled technologies or international transfer of materials

1. Project Plan: Detailed description of research methodology, workplan, and deliverables

2. Budget: Detailed financial breakdown including costs, contributions, and payment schedules

3. Background IP: List of pre-existing intellectual property brought to the project by each party

4. Project Team: Details of key researchers, their roles, and time commitments

5. Equipment and Resources: List of facilities, equipment, and resources committed by each party

6. Publication Protocol: Detailed procedures for reviewing and approving publications

7. Reporting Templates: Standard formats for progress reports and financial reporting

8. Governance Structure: Detailed procedures for project management and decision-making

9. Risk Management Plan: Identification of project risks and mitigation strategies