Webinar Summary
- Understand the critical importance of biological material licensing in preclinical research.
- Learn best practices for managing licensing agreements.
- Gain insights into intellectual property (IP) and other contractual considerations, including patents and compliance.
- Explore real-world case studies on navigating licensing challenges in CROs and beyond.
Licensing biological material for preclinical research can be challenging and requires a clear understanding of the legal, ethical, and regulatory frameworks involved. In this webinar, we will explore key considerations for ensuring that biological material is properly licensed for use in both research and commercial settings, helping you avoid potential financial and reputational damage.
This interactive session, hosted by Scientist.com and featuring experts from Crown Bioscience, will cover topics such as best practices for tracking and managing licenses, legal frameworks, and case studies on successful agreements. Gain practical knowledge on navigating licensing challenges, and learn how to protect your research from potential legal risks.
Presenters
Jim Sullivan
In his current role, Jim manages Crown Bioscience’s corporate partnerships in North America and Europe, which includes licensing in cell lines, organoid and PDX models from academic, non-profit and industry partners. His previous roles include Business Development at Crown Bioscience and other CROs, as well as Product Management and sales roles at both established as well as startup Life Science companies. Jim has an undergraduate degree in Biology from Holy Cross and an MBA from Boston College.
Maria Menikou
Maria joined Scientist.com in 2019 and is now the Senior Category Director for Human Biological Samples and is based in Manchester, UK. Her role includes supporting the sourcing of Human Biological Samples for research globally.
Prior to Scientist.com, Maria managed the Liver Transplant Program for one of London’s transplant centers. She also worked with UCL sourcing fresh human tissue for research. She has additional experience with clinical practices (GCP), donor identification, donor consent, samples collections, ethics approvals, processing and shipping requirements.
Sponsor
Crown Bioscience
Content Partners
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