Common use of Use of Affiliates and Third Parties Clause in Contracts

Use of Affiliates and Third Parties. Merck shall be entitled to utilize the services of its Affiliates and Third Parties to conduct each Research Program to be performed by or on behalf of Merck as set out in the applicable Research Plan, provided that, prior to the earlier of the expiration of the Research Program Term or the Technology Transfer, [***] Company shall be entitled to utilize the service of Third Parties to conduct each Research Program [***] as specifically set forth in the applicable Research Plan. Notwithstanding the foregoing, each Party shall remain at all times fully liable for its respective responsibilities under the Research Program.