Conflict of Interest and Intellectual Property

Research involving industry can potentially create a number of conflicts of interest that have to be managed by the CLO through the KAUST Conflict of Interest Committee. Similarly, all matters relating to intellectual property must be managed by the CLO in intimate conjunction with the Technology Transfer Office, in accordance with KAUST policies and procedures. Confidentiality restrictions will play a critical role in KAUST’s research collaborations. CIAP and KICP members shall adhere to KAUST’s confidentiality policies and may, in certain instances, be required to sign confidentiality agreements.