Compound Patents. AgrEvo has the right but not the obligation to file and pursue Compound Patents. If AgrEvo chooses to do so, then 3DP shall not file or pursue any patent directed to the same invention. If AgrEvo chooses not to do so, then 3DP shall have the right but not the obligation to file and pursue such Compound Patents at 3DP's expense. This right includes the right to file in countries where AgrEvo has not sought patent protection. If necessary, 3DP will assist AgrEvo in complying with all formal and substantive requirements for filing such Compound Patents free of charge. If AgrEvo intends to abandon a Compound Patent in any country it shall inform 3DP thereof in advance and, upon, request of 3DP, shall assign said patent in said county to 3DP at 3DP's expense.
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Sources: Collaborative Research and License Agreement (3 Dimensional Pharmaceuticals Inc), Collaborative Research and License Agreement (3 Dimensional Pharmaceuticals Inc)