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Patents and Olympics

This post analyses key patents impacting athlete performance at the Olympics, including GPS and RFID-based monitoring devices and genetic screening for sports potential. It presents an objective, factual overview of innovations shaping sports technology and training.

Non-Obviousness and the Trilogy

This post examines the Supreme Court’s non-obviousness trilogy and its interpretation of Section 103 in US patent law. Key concepts such as prior art and the standard of ordinary skill are analysed, with a focus on legal clarity and accuracy.

India, Start Ups, Funding and Intellectual Property

The post reviews the growth of startup funding in India and the increasing significance of intellectual property for new ventures. It provides expert recommendations for entrepreneurs on protecting and maximising the value of their intellectual assets.

An In-Depth look at the Trademark Registration Process- Part 1

This post examines the legal definition and registration process for trademarks in India under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. It outlines the acquisition and protection of trademark rights, providing a structured introduction to the statutory and procedural framework.

Inventive Step – Technical Advance

The post analyses an IPAB decision on the patentability of a chaos theoretical exponent value calculation system under Section 3(k) of the Indian Patents Act. It discusses the distinction between technical advance and excluded subject matter in the context of inventive step.

Conceptualizing Copyright Assignments & Licenses Part – I

This post explains the legal concept of copyright assignment in India, focusing on the mechanisms and statutory provisions governing the transfer of rights under the Copyright Act, 1957. It also discusses practical considerations for drafting effective assignment agreements.

Making Institutional Research Count

This post explores how Indian research institutions can maximise the value of their intellectual property through commercialisation, especially IP licensing. It offers a structured analysis of the opportunities, challenges, and effective strategies for building a sustainable IP management system.

Doctrine of Foreign Equivalents – Part 2

This post explores how Indian courts interpret the Doctrine of Foreign Equivalents in trademark registration. Focusing on a Bombay High Court case, it highlights the legal reasoning and practical implications for marks using foreign words.

The TSM Test and Non-obviousness

The TSM test is crucial for determining non-obviousness in patent law by evaluating whether prior art teaches, suggests, or motivates the invention. This structured approach ensures that only inventions demonstrating a significant leap in ingenuity are granted patents under Indian law.

Talking Walking Stick – Blind Patents 1

This post analyses the electronic talking stick for the blind, examining its patent and practical limitations on Indian roads. It questions the real-world effectiveness of such assistive inventions for independence.