Interfacing Chemistry with Patents
Tutors:
Jakob Bumke Freija Glansdorp
This course is a lively introduction to how the patent system works and the nature and scope of the rights a patent gives, with an emphasis on chemical inventions.
It covers patentability, patent procedures, infringement, the commercial exploitation of patents, the interpretation of patent literature and the role of the inventor.
There are also chemically oriented workshops aimed at exploring and reinforcing the basic course teachings.
Course Outline
- Patent searchingPatent procedures – the examination processWorkshop III
Responding to Patent Office objectionsPatents procedures – more on the examination processPatent procedures – post-grantPatent infringementAttacking third party patent rights
Workshop IV
Assessing & tackling infringement risks
The commercial value of patents
Inventorship & ownership
Summing up
Appropriate breaks will be taken on both days for lunch and refreshments
Benefits of Attending
Who Should Attend
Chemists
Chemical Engineers
Technical Managers
What's Included
The course includes a comprehensive course manual, refreshments throughout the day, lunch and one course dinner.