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11th Oct 2018

Common types of patent claims in the field of chemical sciences

The purposes of the claims of a patent are to define the metes and bounds of an invention, and to place the public on notice of what constitutes an...

The purposes of the claims of a patent are to define the metes and bounds of an invention, and...

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17th Aug 2018

5 strategies to use the prior art to assist in product development

In a previous article, we looked at the role of IP in innovation. In overview, the cycle of innovation can be broken down into 4 stages: 1.) conception of...

In a previous article, we looked at the role of IP in innovation. In overview, the cycle of innovation...

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30th Jul 2018

The art and science of understanding patent documents – 3 tips for inventors

It is very common for patent examiners to cite patent documents as prior art to support novelty and inventive step objections. However, the information in patent literature is different...

It is very common for patent examiners to cite patent documents as prior art to support novelty and inventive...

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25th Jul 2018

The use of IP in innovation and complementary intellectual asset advisory services

In a recent article, we outlined the role of IP in the innovation process. In particular, we noted that the innovation process can be conveniently described as having 4...

In a recent article, we outlined the role of IP in the innovation process. In particular, we noted that...

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27th Jun 2018

IP and commercial considerations prior to and during the R&D stage of innovation

In a previous article, we outlined the various stages of innovation – from conception of an innovative idea, through the research and development (R&D) stage, followed by commercialisation, and...

In a previous article, we outlined the various stages of innovation – from conception of an innovative idea, through...

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7th Jun 2018

The role of IP in innovation

Innovation is generally understood as the process of bringing valuable new products (and services) to market, and has been highlighted as one of the key factors that determines the...

Innovation is generally understood as the process of bringing valuable new products (and services) to market, and has been...

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29th Apr 2018

The importance of a well-drafted patent specification

Patent attorneys work at the interface of science, law, and commerce. The fundamental prerequisites for a person to practice patent law are technical and legal qualifications. However, it is...

Patent attorneys work at the interface of science, law, and commerce. The fundamental prerequisites for a person to practice...

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9th Apr 2018

Understanding the differences between patentability (novelty) and freedom to operate prior art searching

During the course of the patenting process to protect a new invention, one may require a patentability search (also known as a novelty search) in order to determine whether...

During the course of the patenting process to protect a new invention, one may require a patentability search (also...

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4th Apr 2018

Patenting inventions emerging from academia – 5 common mistakes

Are you an academic? Have you sought patent protection of your inventions, or do you plan to? What should you think about before you publish your work to preserve...

Are you an academic? Have you sought patent protection of your inventions, or do you plan to? What should...

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