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    <p data-start="164" data-end="276"><b>Thanks, Rick.</b> Sometimes
      the delight is in the details, and we appreciate the thoughtful
      clarity you’re positing.</p>
    <p data-start="278" data-end="511">Perhaps just one final tweak as
      we close this out. As you know, the field is evolving quickly, and
      our mutual interest is in moving forward. We’re aligned in spirit
      and substance—and we’re eager to explore potential synergy with
      you.</p>
    <p data-start="513" data-end="546">Looking forward to the next step.</p>
    <p data-start="548" data-end="567">Best regards,<br data-start="561"
        data-end="564">
      TC</p>
    <p data-start="237" data-end="274"></p>
    <p data-start="237" data-end="274"><strong data-start="237"
        data-end="274"><br>
      </strong></p>
    <p data-start="237" data-end="274"><strong data-start="237"
        data-end="274">Proposed Clause for Section 4(d):</strong></p>
    <p data-start="276" data-end="1544"><strong data-start="276"
        data-end="309">4(d) Independent Development.</strong><br
        data-start="309" data-end="312">
      The parties acknowledge that each may independently develop, or
      receive from third parties, information that is similar to the
      other party’s Confidential Information. Nothing in this Agreement
      shall restrict either party from developing, or having developed
      on its behalf, products, concepts, or services that, without
      violating this Agreement, resemble or compete with those
      contemplated by the other party’s Confidential Information.
      Neither party shall use or derive the other’s Confidential
      Information—including specific technical methods, proprietary
      product architectures, or trade secrets—in such development. Any
      such independent development must be based solely on general
      industry knowledge, publicly available information, or data
      lawfully obtained from third parties not bound by confidentiality
      to the disclosing party. Each party agrees to maintain reasonable
      documentation of the independent sources used in any such
      development. Further, use of information retained in the unaided
      memory of personnel shall not constitute a breach, provided it
      does not result in direct reproduction or adaptation of
      Confidential Information. These obligations shall survive for one
      (1) year following termination of this Agreement.</p>
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    <p data-start="1551" data-end="1986"><strong data-start="1551"
        data-end="1581">Explanation for Inclusion:</strong><br
        data-start="1581" data-end="1584">
      This clause is intended to preserve both parties’ ability to
      continue innovating and building independently, while affirming a
      strong commitment to protecting each other’s proprietary IP. It
      clearly prohibits the use or adaptation of the other party’s
      Confidential Information, and requires reliance on public or
      lawfully obtained sources for any development activity that may
      resemble disclosed ideas.</p>
    <p data-start="1988" data-end="2136">We believe this provides
      clarity, transparency, and a balanced structure for parallel
      innovation—particularly in a fast-moving, competitive space.</p>
    <p data-start="2138" data-end="2343">We are aligned on the need for
      mutual respect, speed, and shared diligence, and we believe this
      clause enables us to swiftly finalize the NDA and move forward
      into more substantive partnership discussions.</p>
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    <div class="moz-cite-prefix">On 6/17/2025 7:01 PM, Rick wrote:<br>
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      cite="mid:etPan.685201f9.5360bb4d.9693@mavrix.one">
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style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Gentlemen, <br>
      </div>
      <br>
      <div>Thank you for your feedback on the Non-Disclosure Agreement
        as we work to facilitate partnerships and sales channels for
        Deltawerx. </div>
      <div>We recognize your need to protect your Confidential
        Information and prevent unintentional use, particularly given
        the competitive nature of our industry. </div>
      <div>To balance these interests with our need to continue
        independent innovation, we propose the following Independent
        Development clause:</div>
      <div><br>
      </div>
      <blockquote
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        <div>4 (d) Independent Development. </div>
        <div>The Disclosing Party acknowledges that the Receiving Party,
          while facilitating partnerships or sales channels for the
          Disclosing Party, may currently or in the future develop
          information internally or receive information from third
          parties that is similar to the Disclosing Party’s Confidential
          Information. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed as
          prohibiting the Receiving Party from developing, or having
          developed for it, products, concepts, or services that,
          without violating this Agreement, resemble or compete with
          those contemplated by the Disclosing Party’s Confidential
          Information. The Receiving Party agrees not to use or derive
          any of the Disclosing Party’s Confidential Information,
          including specific technical methods, proprietary product
          architectures, or trade secrets disclosed under this
          Agreement, in such development. Any independent development by
          the Receiving Party shall rely solely on general industry
          knowledge, publicly available information, or information
          lawfully obtained from third parties not bound by
          confidentiality obligations to the Disclosing Party. To ensure
          transparency, the Receiving Party shall maintain reasonable
          documentation of the independent sources used in such
          development. The Receiving Party may use information retained
          in the unaided memory of its personnel, provided it does not
          directly reproduce or adapt the Disclosing Party’s
          Confidential Information. These obligations shall survive for
          one (1) year following the termination of this Agreement. </div>
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      <div><br>
      </div>
      <div>
        <div>This revision:</div>
        <div>- Clarifies that we may develop similar products using
          general knowledge or public information, supporting our mutual
          goal of innovation.<br>
        </div>
        <div>- Commits us to avoiding use of your Confidential
          Information and maintaining documentation to demonstrate
          independent development, addressing your concerns about
          potential misuse.</div>
        <div>- Limits the post-termination obligation to one year,
          aligning with industry norms and the fast-moving nature of our
          sector.</div>
        <div>- Narrows the scope to specific technical methods and trade
          secrets, reducing ambiguity while allowing both parties to
          operate effectively.</div>
        <div><br>
        </div>
        <div>Please review this proposed language and share your
          feedback or any adjustments you’d like to discuss. </div>
        <div>We’re eager to finalize an agreement that supports our
          shared goals. </div>
        <div><br>
        </div>
        <div>If this updated section is satisfactory, I can send an
          updated NDA incorporating this clause for your final review.</div>
      </div>
      <div><br>
      </div>
      Thanks again,<br>
      Rick
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        <div>Rick Mislan, PhD</div>
        <div>MAVRIX 1, LLC</div>
        <div><a class="moz-txt-link-freetext" href="https://mavrix.one">https://mavrix.one</a></div>
        <div>  <br>
          <br>
          <p class="airmail_on">On June 11, 2025 at 4:15:19 PM, Dr Tom
            Chi (<a href="mailto:tom@deltawerx.net"
              moz-do-not-send="true" class="moz-txt-link-freetext">tom@deltawerx.net</a>)
            wrote:</p>
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                  <p>Rick, enjoyed. <br>
                  </p>
                  <p>For future stakeholders on either side we’ve made
                    one light clarification in Section 4(d) regarding
                    residual memory and collaborative tech. It’s
                    consistent with the rest of the NDA and helps ensure
                    alignment on expectations around proprietary
                    development. We see this as helpful for both
                    parties.</p>
                  <p>Otherwise we're good to go. <br>
                  </p>
                  <p>V/R</p>
                  <p>tc</p>
                  <p><br>
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                  <div class="moz-cite-prefix">On 6/11/2025 1:50 PM,
                    Rick wrote:<br>
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                    cite="mid:etPan.6849d015.410fb592.13509@mavrix.one">
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Gentlemen,</div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Thanks
                      for your time and discussion today!<br>
                    </div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;"><br>
                    </div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Attached
                      is the Mavrix NDA.</div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Please
                      fill in your email and sign each page and the
                      final page.</div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">I
                      look forward to following up after executing the
                      NDA.</div>
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                    </div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Thanks
                      much,</div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Rick</div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;"><br>
                    </div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">Rick
                      Mislan, PhD</div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;">MAVRIX
                      1, LLC</div>
                    <div id="bloop_customfont"
style="font-family:Helvetica,Arial;font-size:13px; margin: 0px; line-height: auto;"><a
                        class="moz-txt-link-freetext"
                        href="https://mavrix.one" moz-do-not-send="true">https://mavrix.one</a></div>
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