01 / Initial inquiry & confidentiality
Share a non-confidential overview. Request an NDA before providing proprietary information.
- Product or material type
- Scientific question and next milestone
A clear path from question to agreed work.
Whether you are nearby, elsewhere in the United States or overseas, begin with your scientific objective and the evidence available.
02 / Technical review
Discuss fit, available evidence, methods, material requirements and dependencies.
- Identify missing information
- Align the intended use of the results
03 / Scope & proposal
Agree the work, deliverables, assumptions, responsibilities and proposed schedule.
- Define acceptance criteria where applicable
- Confirm commercial terms and change handling
04 / Onboarding & coordination
Confirm project contacts, communication arrangements and documentation requirements.
- Agree handling and shipment before sending material
- Align review points and reporting expectations