This article analyses innovative cooling technologies designed for cricketers facing extreme Indian weather during the 2011 World Cup. It reviews patent filings for advanced apparel and helmet systems, discussing their potential impact on cricket performance and safety.
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GII index to be released, Patent office’s Annual Report for the year 2017-2018 and more
This bulletin provides detailed Indian patent and design statistics, highlights from the Patent Office’s 2017-2018 Annual Report, and news on the Global Innovation Index release. It also discusses notable recent inventions and key IP sector developments in India.
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This post evaluates the impact of the proposed Dog ate my Homework Act on patent term extension deadlines at the USPTO. It focuses on deadline miscalculations in pharmaceutical patents and the possible benefits and fairness of a grace period for missed PTE requests.
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This post analyses a notable acupuncture needle patent application, focusing on its innovative grip pipe design and implications for safety and practice. It provides a structured overview of acupuncture’s medical, historical, and cultural significance, alongside legal considerations in device innovation.
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This post provides a detailed analysis of the patentability of biotech inventions in Europe under the EPC and EU Biotechnology Directive. It covers exclusions, key legal requirements, and the influence of morality on patent decisions, with reference to significant European cases.
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The post provides a detailed analysis of the criteria for patentability of biotechnology inventions in India, focusing on statutory exclusions and legal requirements. It further outlines how industrial applicability, novelty, inventive step, enablement, and morality are assessed for biotechnology inventions under Indian law.
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Michael Jackson’s patented anti gravity lean revolutionised stage performances in Smooth Criminal. This article analyses the invention and its lasting influence on dance and intellectual property. It stands as a tribute to Jackson’s legacy.
Read more about Pop King’s Patent – The Lean Against GravityRevised Draft Guidelines for Examination of Patent Applications in the Pharma Industry
The revised draft guidelines for examining pharmaceutical patent applications in India aim to standardize practices and clarify legal provisions, particularly section 3(d). These guidelines reflect stakeholder input and are designed to address the complexities unique to the pharmaceutical sector.
Read more about Revised Draft Guidelines for Examination of Patent Applications in the Pharma IndustrySmoking Without Smoke
This article explores the problem of smoking and passive smoking, emphasizing ongoing health risks despite legislative efforts. It also examines a patented smokeless smoking device designed to mitigate these risks through innovative technology.
Read more about Smoking Without SmokePatentability of Yoga- An Analysis
The post analyses the patentability of yoga under Indian law, stressing the importance of traditional knowledge documentation. It discusses the challenges India faces in protecting yoga and preventing misuse through patents abroad.
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