Common use of Research Committee Clause in Contracts

Research Committee. 2.2.1 Establishment and Functions of RC. --------------------------------- (a) CURAGEN and BIOGEN shall establish a "Research Committee" (the "RC"). The RC will be responsible for the planning and monitoring of the Research Program. In particular, the activities of the RC shall include reviewing progress in the Research Program and recommending necessary adjustments to the Research Program, including any Research Project substitutions deemed desirable based on results and on BIOGEN's commercial interest, as the research and development progresses. (b) In planning and monitoring the Research Program, the RC shall assign tasks and responsibilities taking into account each Party's respective specific capabilities and expertise in order in particular to avoid duplication and enhance efficiency and synergies.