Working of the Patent Process: A Presentation
This post objectively examines the patent process in India, covering filing, examination, and grant procedures with an emphasis on compliance and deadlines. It serves as a concise guide…
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An Overview of Music Licensing – Part 1
This article examines the fundamentals of music licensing in India, highlighting the function of collective management organizations and copyright societies. It provides insight into licensing mechanisms and royalty…
Introduction to Patent Law – A Presentation at NLSIU
This presentation provides an introductory overview of patent law, covering the concept of a patent and the stages of the patent life cycle. It also examines the principal…
Business Value of IP – A Presentation for United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO)
This presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala, delivered for the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), provides an overview of the value of intellectual property for businesses, with a…
The 3D Effect of Novartis Case on Genetic Inventions
The Novartis case established a strict test for therapeutic efficacy under Section 3(d) of the Indian Patents Act, influencing the patentability of genetic inventions. This post examines the…
Laws of Nature / State of Art Interface
This post explores how the laws of nature exclusion shapes patent eligibility, especially in biotechnology. It discusses key judicial decisions and the impact of state of the art…
‘Fair Use’ – Professors versus Publishers
A US court recently ruled in favour of Georgia State University professors in a copyright case, affirming fair use for educational purposes. This landmark decision highlights the balance…
Entertainment Law – Presentation by Nishant Kewalramani
This presentation by Nishant Kewalramani covers recent developments in entertainment law, with a focus on the Copyright Amendment Bill 2011, the importance of registering copyright, and copyright infringement…
“Who Owns the Goodwill in a Mark?”- Coin Flips in Favour of the Manufacturer
This post explores the legal principles governing trademark goodwill ownership in India through the Double Coin case. It objectively analyses the court’s reasoning and the implications for disputes…
Research Institutes and Patent Suits
This post examines how research institutes are increasingly resorting to patent suits to protect their intellectual property. Through high-profile cases, it explores the legal complexities and financial stakes…
Patent Infringement Analysis: A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
This presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala provides an analytical overview of patent infringement, covering the key concepts, tests, and principles applied in infringement analysis under patent law. The…
Introduction to Patent Law – A Presentation at NLSIU by Dr. Kalyan
This presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala was delivered as part of the patent law curriculum at the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. It provides an…