What a bright idea!
Researchers from the Indian Institute of Science have developed an eco-friendly salt water battery lamp. This innovation offers a cost-effective solution for electricity generation, especially in regions lacking…
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Happy Women’s Day – An invention that made all the ‘difference’.
This post celebrates International Women’s Day by spotlighting Augusta Ada Lovelace’s groundbreaking work in computer science. Her achievements exemplify the potential and progress of women in science and…
Women’s Day (Patent) Series- The women behind the invention of Kevlar
Stephanie Kwolek's innovation of Kevlar marked a turning point in material science and personal protection. Her patented discovery not only transformed safety gear but also underscored the vital…
Women’s Day Series: The woman behind the syringe patent
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…
Women’s Day Series: A patent that made your long drives more comfortable
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…
Women’s Day Series: Mary Anderson – Patentee of clear vision.
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…
Women’s Day Series: Patented inventions by some real life heroines
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: IPR makes a small cameo
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…
Historical Patents II: Bread- The Slice of Life
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…
Young Intellectuals: Intellectual Property Insights
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…