ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIP MEMORANDUM (DRAFT)
Memorandum of Understanding
Between
SAFE-CHAIN™ CIC
and
[University / Academic Institution]
Purpose
To establish an academic advisory relationship supporting evaluation, neutrality, and research integrity of SAFE-CHAIN™ pilot programmes.
Scope
The Academic Partner shall:
Provide methodological advice
Review neutrality of framework language
Support independent evaluation design
Contribute to research publications (where agreed)
Independence
The Academic Partner retains full academic independence.
SAFE-CHAIN™ retains operational independence.
Duration
Initial term: 12 months
Reviewable annually.
Confidentiality
Both parties agree to maintain confidentiality where required.
Signed:
SAFE-CHAIN™ CIC
Academic Institution