The University of Connecticut has signed an agreement with the Egg Board
that states that, "The University will convey to the Board, upon written
request, title to any subject discoveries if the University elects not to
retain title".

At 03:14 PM 11/20/00, Martha M. Taylor wrote:
>I am still sifting through the CFR's but decided that the RESADM-L listserv
>might be faster.  Hope you don't mind.
>
>We have an "opportunity" to submit a proposal to the American Egg Board.
>They were established by USDA to promote eggs, egg products and assist
>producers.  Like many of these producer "boards" they want to own the IP so
>that they can ensure that the Government gets what it is due.
>
>While I build my case to the contrary, I wondered if anyone has worked with
>these folks before, had any success at getting the language changed, or
>knows of specific legislation that says they really do or really don't have
>rights to IP.  BTW - I do plan to cite Bayh-Dole.
>
>One interesting thing is that in their cover letter they state that if we
>even want to talk about changing the language, we should refrain from
>submitting the proposal to begin with.  They indicate that others have gone
>before me and lost.  Pretty confident of them.
>
>I sure could use your help.  Thanks.
>
>
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