What are the technology transfer issues relevant to NIH-funded investigators gaining access to human embryonic stem cells?
As with other biomaterials that are a necessary prerequisite for the conduct of NIH-funded research, NIH funding recipients will be responsible for arranging access to particular cells that they determine are necessary for their research. The NIH is interested both in accessing cells for use in its intramural research program, as well as in facilitating access for the broader research community. The NIH’s goal is to facilitate the transfer of cells from providers under acceptable conditions and with as little administrative burden as possible.
