Nagoya Protocol

The Nagoya Protocol concerns regulations regarding access to genetic resources. The Nagoya Protocol creates rights and obligations for countries that have signed it. The protocol gives countries that own genetic resources the possibility to ask for compensation from citizens and companies that use their resources. The Netherlands has adopted this legislation regarding the Nagoya Protocol since 16 April 2016.

You can read about the implications for scientists and what scientists must do before they start working with genetic resources on the FHML website.

Questions regarding the Nagoya Protocol can be sent to info-nagoyaprotocol@maastrichtuniversity.nl.