Patent Law and Protection

Overview:

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to patent law and the protection of technical inventions. Participants will learn how to secure and enforce patent rights to safeguard innovations in technology, engineering, pharmaceuticals, and other technical fields. It is designed for those engaged in research and development, product innovation, and technology commercialization. Topics Covered: → What qualifies as a patentable invention → Patentability criteria: novelty, inventive step, industrial applicability → National and international patent systems (e.g., EPO, WIPO’s PCT system) → Patent application process and prosecution stages → Patent enforcement, infringement, and remedies → Strategic use of patents in business and innovation management.