Agreement Overview

These Terms and Conditions govern the relationship between the Tanzania Academic Research Entrepreneurial Framework Association (TAREFA) and individuals submitting innovative research for support and commercialization.

Key Definitions

• Innovative Researcher: The individual responsible for creating and owning the innovative research submitted to TAREFA.
• Commercialization: Activities that transform research into a viable product or service.
• Copyright and Ownership: The Innovative Researcher retains ownership of their research.

Responsibilities of TAREFA

• Provide support to develop research into a market-ready product or service.
• Assist in securing funding, grants, or loans.
• Guide the Innovative Researcher in publishing their work in reputable journals.
• Support the acquisition of intellectual property protections.
• Facilitate obtaining a Tax Identification Number (TIN).
• Develop marketing strategies, create websites, and provide market access.

Membership Obligations

• Submit original research and ensure its security.
• Provide all necessary documentation, including proof of ownership.
• Comply with TAREFA's guidelines for fund utilization.
• Maintain active membership by paying an annual membership fee.

Ownership and Intellectual Property

• The Innovative Researcher retains full ownership of their research.
• TAREFA is granted the exclusive right to commercialize the research under mutually agreed terms.
• Intellectual property rights will be registered under the Innovative Researcher's name.

Revenue Distribution

The distribution of revenue will be determined through mutual agreement between the Innovative Researcher and TAREFA at a later stage.

Termination of Agreement

• By mutual agreement in writing.
• Breach of terms by either party.
• Non-payment of membership fees for two consecutive years.

Governing Law

These terms and conditions will be governed and interpreted under the laws of Tanzania.