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Letitia Mumford Geer's 1899 syringe patent marked a pivotal moment in the development of medical devices. Her innovative one-handed design continues to inspire modern syringes, enhancing both usability…
The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at the Indian Institute of Management , Bangalore. The presentation is titled “Intellectual Property (IP) Licensing” and…
Margaret A Wilcox’s car heater patent in 1893 marked a major advancement in automotive comfort. The post highlights both the technical details of her invention and the historic…
Mary Anderson’s patented invention of the windshield wiper in 1903 revolutionised automotive safety, despite initial scepticism from manufacturers. Her story exemplifies the significant yet often overlooked role of…
The SCO vs IBM litigation, a landmark IP dispute for the open source community, has reached its conclusion. The case shaped legal approaches to OSS and highlighted the…
This article celebrates International Women’s Day by spotlighting women inventors and their patented contributions. The first in a series, it examines Anna Connelly’s 1887 fire escape patent and…
Budget 2016 presented a favourable outlook for intellectual property, especially patents, startups, and MSMEs in India. The new tax regime and supporting policies may foster significant IP growth…
This article examines the journey of Otto Rohwedder’s bread slicing machine, from invention to patent and widespread adoption. It discusses the legal and social impact of sliced bread…
Intellect breeds wisdom, and wisdom begets knowledge. Intellectuals push the boundaries of knowledge and creativity, and with these sharp minds around, the world is always dynamic. Often, a…
This article explores a patented analogue device designed to graphically demonstrate the effects of diet and exercise on body weight. It highlights how such innovations can motivate and…
The February 2016 guidelines clarify that software patents in India are not granted unless connected with novel hardware, in line with section 3k of the Patents Act. These…
The article examines India's slow patent grant process and its impact on innovation. It reviews recent government initiatives aimed at expediting patent grants and discusses the necessity for…