カメルーンリンベ動植物園共同研究覚書（PIC）

ELEMENTS OF AGREEMENTS/MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING FOR COLLABORATIVE RESEARCH

LIMBE BOTANIC AND ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS (MOUNT CAMEROON BIODIVERSITY CENTRE)

[OCTOBER 2001]

Objective of Agreement for Collaborative Research

The objective of the Collaborative Research Agreements is to ensure that research is conducted in a collaborative manner, and where possible incorporates the research priorities and objectives of LBZG/MCBCC. Research should promote and assist in the conservation of biodiversity and sustainable use of its components, and should not cause damage to biodiversity. The guidelines and agreements seek to ensure that research is conducted in a manner respectful of local traditions and cultures, and that the informed consent of involved stakeholders – including LBZG/MCBCC, local communities, and the Government of Cameroon – is received prior to initiation of a research program, and that benefits are equitably shared.

This Agreement will be attached to the general Limbe Botanic Garden Policy on Access to Genetic Resources and Benefit-Sharing, which outlines the wider objectives and principles which all LBZG (MCBCC) Agreements are intended to serve. This Agreement is also intended to reflect the letter and spirit of the LBZG (MCBCC) Research Guidelines.

1. PRIOR INFORMED CONSENT

Prior to initiating research, researchers must submit an application to LBZG/MCBCC for approval for collaborative research. Researchers must also acquire the informed consent of relevant government ministries [MINREST and MINEF] and local communities (where applicable), as described in the Research Guidelines.

1.1 LBZG/MCBCC

Research application submitted to LBZG/MCBCC: ____________________ [DATE]

Approved by LBZG/MCBCC:_______________________[DATE]

1.2 GOVERNMENT

Assistance with government permits provided – YES/NO

Fees paid to LBZG/MCBCC for this service:

Government permits received by researcher

PERMIT	PERMIT #	DATE RECEIVED

1.3 LOCAL COMMUNITIES

If appropriate, consultations with local communities will take place in the following communities, in conjunction with LBZG/MCBCC staff, roughly according to the following agreed-upon schedule:

COMMUNITY	SCHEDULE FOR CONSULTATIONS

2. THE RESEARCH PROCESS

While undertaking research, researchers are required to adhere to high standards of behavior, collecting practice, and benefit-sharing, as detailed in the Research Guidelines.

2.1 Description of collections to be made, and agreed with LBZG/MCBCC:

2.2 Benefits to be shared during the research process

With LBZG/MCBCC

BENEFITS	SCHEDULE FOR DELIVERY
INSTITUTIONAL OVERHEAD

With Local Communities (if applicable)

BENEFITS	SCHEDULE FOR DELIVERY

2.3 LBZG/MCBCC contribution to research

Check as appropriate, and describe:

_____ Use of administrative infrastructure (computers, photocopiers, phone, etc.).

______Access to libraries, copies of publications, etc. held by staff.

______ Briefings on previous research conducted in the area, ecology, history, and other areas relevant to the research process.

_____ Use of the nursery facilities
DESCRIPTION OF USE AND RATES CHARGED

_____ Use of the herbarium
DESCRIPTION OF USE AND RATES CHARGED

_____ Vehicles (as available)
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED USE AND RATES CHARGED:

_____ Staff
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED COLLABORATION AND RATES CHARGED (may also elaborate in an attached document):

_____ Housing
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED USE AND RATES CHARGED:

3. POST-FIELD RESEARCH FOLLOW-UP
The research relationship does not end with the collection of data and materials in the field. Researchers will continue to hold obligations regarding the disposition of collected material, benefit-sharing, and reporting to LBZG/MCBCC, as detailed in the Research Guidelines.

3.1 Disposition of collected material
(where will duplicate specimens or biological material be sent or stored, in addition to LBZG/MCBCC):

3.2 Benefits to be shared in the post-research phase

With LBZG/MCBCC

BENEFITS	SCHEDULE FOR DELIVERY

With Local Communities (if applicable)

BENEFITS	SCHEDULE FOR DELIVERY

4. REPORTING, MONITORING, AND EVALUATION

Researchers should update LBZG/MCBCC on the status of the research process, data analysis, publication, and key findings according to an agreed upon schedule. Reports of 1-2 pages, providing an update on activities and any preliminary findings should be submitted every six months until final publications or reports are available.

First interim report (6 months after beginning research) is due on:

Second interim report (12 months after beginning research) is due on:

Third interim report (18 months after beginning research) is due on:

[continue with reporting every six months until final report and publications are available]

FINAL report is due on:

5. TERM AND AMENDMENT OF THE RESEARCH AGREEMENT

The research agreement between _______________ and LBZG/MCBCC will be in effect as of _______________, and will remain in effect until_____________.

The mechanism for resolving grievances is as follows: ___________________. Acceptable reasons for breaking this agreement include: _________________, _________________, ______________.

During the course of the research process, the agreement between the researcher and LBZG/MCBCC may be amended through the following process: submission of written request from researcher to the [Research Coordinator], and through Research Coordinator the [Collaborative Research Committee].

6. CHOICE OF LAW

This agreement is governed by and shall be construed in accordance with Cameroon law.

Declaration

I understand that by signing here I agree to comply with the conditions above, and those found in Annexes and attached documents (as detailed below).

Signed by: Signed by:

[RESEARCHER,
TITLE, INSTITUTION, [DIRECTOR, LBZG/MCBCC] ADDRESS]

Date: Date:

Signed by:
[DEPARTMENT HEAD, LBZG/MCBCC]
Date:

Signed by:
[POLICY UNIT COORDINATOR, LBZG/MCBCC]
Date:

ATTACHED DOCUMENTS:
– The LBZG/MCBCC Policy on Access to Genetic Resources and Benefit-Sharing
– Other agreements signed in addition to the Research Agreement (to be attached). Check as appropriate:
_______Agreement for the Supply of Biological Material for Non-Commercial Use
_______Agreement for the Acquisition of Biological Material for Non-Commercial Use
_______Agreement for the Supply of Duplicate Herbarium Specimens
_______Agreement on Conditions for Access to LBZG/MCBCC Databases
_______Agreement for the Loan of Herbarium Specimens

– Any agreements signed between the researcher and local communities, or description of verbal agreements reached (when available)
– Government permits (when available)
– Copy of the Research Application
– Copies of researcher’s institutional policy, and professional society’s codes of ethics and other research guidelines
– Copy of the Research Guidelines

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