Delayed Release

To support submissions while the Submitting Investigator (SI) awaits publication of the first paper, the application includes an option to request Delayed Release. If accepted with Delayed Release:

• The strain will not appear in the MMRRC catalog or be distributed during the release period.
• The assigned facility will import and cryopreserve the strain during this period.
• Release period lasts from acceptance until first publication, up to a maximum of 12 months.

Please notify the MMRRC of pending or actual publication at sacoord@mmrrc.org.

Please cite the MMRRC (www.mmrrc.org) as the strain provider in manuscripts.

Allowed Restrictions on Distribution

To address institutional IP or patent concerns, the following submitter-selected options are supported on the Donor MTA form:

• Non-Profit Only
  • Distribution limited to non-profit/academic institutions.
  • Commercial inquiries are referred back to the submitter/institution to obtain material directly.
  • MMRRC retains a non-exclusive right to distribute to other qualified recipients; donor agreements must not restrict MMRRC distribution.
• License Required for Commercial Entities
  • MMRRC distribution to for-profit entities requires a licensing agreement in place first.
  • Commercial orders are directed to the submitter/institution to negotiate and execute the license; once complete, MMRRC fulfills the order.
• Patents
  • The MMRRC does not track or enforce patent claims. Submitting and recipient investigators are responsible for obtaining permissions or licenses for transfer and use of mice/materials.