Technology Transfer: MTA Guidelines
Material Transfer Agreement Guidelines
The Technology Transfer Office (TTO) at Loyola University of Chicago is dedicated to assisting faculty in documenting the transfer and receipt of materials through Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs). MTAs are legally binding contracts that define the terms under which research materials are shared between institutions, ensuring that intellectual property rights and regulatory requirements are respected.
Loyola University of Chicago is a signatory to the Uniform Biological Material Transfer Agreement Master Agreement (UBMTA), which is commonly used for the transfer of most reagents and biological materials that are not involved in clinical trials. This agreement streamlines the process and provides a standardized framework for material exchanges.
MTAs are essential for protecting the rights of all parties involved in material transfer. They establish clear terms for ownership, usage rights, publication of results, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Whether transferring research materials between academic institutions, government agencies, or industry partners, an MTA helps safeguard intellectual property, promotes transparency, and minimizes the risk of disputes. Loyola is required to ensure the recipient of the materials has the necessary approvals in place for use of the requested materials (see Compliance Review).
If you have any questions about the MTA process or need assistance with an MTA, please reach out to Rachel Drucker in the Technology Transfer Office. We are here to support your research and ensure all material transfers are properly documented and compliant with Loyola's policies.
Material Transfer Agreement Guidelines
The Technology Transfer Office (TTO) at Loyola University of Chicago is dedicated to assisting faculty in documenting the transfer and receipt of materials through Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs). MTAs are legally binding contracts that define the terms under which research materials are shared between institutions, ensuring that intellectual property rights and regulatory requirements are respected.
Loyola University of Chicago is a signatory to the Uniform Biological Material Transfer Agreement Master Agreement (UBMTA), which is commonly used for the transfer of most reagents and biological materials that are not involved in clinical trials. This agreement streamlines the process and provides a standardized framework for material exchanges.
MTAs are essential for protecting the rights of all parties involved in material transfer. They establish clear terms for ownership, usage rights, publication of results, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Whether transferring research materials between academic institutions, government agencies, or industry partners, an MTA helps safeguard intellectual property, promotes transparency, and minimizes the risk of disputes. Loyola is required to ensure the recipient of the materials has the necessary approvals in place for use of the requested materials (see Compliance Review).
If you have any questions about the MTA process or need assistance with an MTA, please reach out to Rachel Drucker in the Technology Transfer Office. We are here to support your research and ensure all material transfers are properly documented and compliant with Loyola's policies.