Common use of Notwithstanding Section 2 Clause in Contracts

Notwithstanding Section 2. 8.1, the advance notice and approval of the Joint Development Committee shall not be required in respect of the use of the Third Parties previously engaged by Acceleron under an agreement entered into prior to the Effective Date and set forth on Schedule 2.8; provided that such exception shall only apply to any services that are currently being provided under such agreements (whether pursuant to the agreements themselves or any work orders entered into in connection therewith), and Acceleron shall not be entitled to enter into new work orders or request additional services under such agreements without complying with the advance notice and approval of the Joint Development Committee.