Dr. Kalyan Quoted in the Indian Express
An article published in the Indian Express on 11/01/2015, titled “More Spends on Patents Needed”, examined the comparatively low number of patents filed by Indian companies relative to…
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RPX acquires patents owned by Apple’s Rockstar Consortium for US$ 900M
RPX Corp. is acquiring around 4,000 patents from Apple’s Rockstar Consortium for US$ 900 million, effectively ending several major patent lawsuits. This deal highlights a move from litigation…
Astrazeneca to retain Sweetness of Onglyza
Astrazeneca has brought a patent infringement case against Aurobindo Pharma over an ANDA filing for Onglyza’s generic version in the US. The dispute centres on the alleged infringement…
Patent licensing agreement for Google and Verizon
Google and Verizon have entered a five-year patent licensing agreement to prevent litigation over patent infringements. The deal aims to reduce exposure to patent trolls and support innovation…
University of North Carolina Records Extraordinary Growth in Technology Licensing Revenue
The University of North Carolina reported a remarkable rise in technology licensing revenue, supported by successful biotechnology start-ups and targeted partnerships. UNC’s ongoing reinvestment of licensing earnings aims…
Intro to Patent Law and Patentability Requirements – Presentations by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala at NLSIU
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala’s NLSIU presentations provide a structured overview of patent law in India and the core patentability requirements. The content includes case law analysis and practical examples,…
Featherbed Frame: The Frame That is Revolutionizing Motorcycle Construction
The featherbed frame, designed for Norton in 1949, marked a major advancement in motorcycle chassis technology. With superior stiffness and handling, it became a benchmark for motorcycle construction…
Elucidating the Patent Process – Part 1
This post describes the different types of patent applications available under Indian law and their essential procedural requirements. It provides clarity on the patent process in India, focusing…
Selden’s Patent – A Historical Patent for the Automobile Industry
Selden's patent played a pivotal role in shaping the early US automobile industry, leading to significant legal disputes with major manufacturers such as Ford. This post objectively examines…
Invention that Added Flexibility to Our Lives, Literally!
Vulcanization, invented by Charles Goodyear, transformed the utility and durability of rubber products. The process enabled rubber to withstand varying temperatures and revolutionised industries, especially automotive manufacturing.