Common use of During the Option Period Clause in Contracts

During the Option Period. During the Option Period, grant any license or other right to a Third Party that would diminish Novartis’ rights under Section 3.1 or Section 5.1.1 or Section 5.1.2 (as applicable) or otherwise under this Agreement. Furthermore, for [***] ([***]) months following the Effective Date, unless required to perform its obligations under this Agreement, neither Akcea nor any of its Affiliates shall (independently or with or through any Third Party) solicit, initiate, seek, encourage or support any inquiry, proposal or offer from, furnish any information to, or participate in any discussions or negotiations with any Third Party with respect to any licensing, acquisition or any collaboration or joint venture relating to the research, development or commercialization of any Product.