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Keeping Secrets from the Patent Office? Think Again!

Section 8 of the Indian Patents Act mandates full disclosure of foreign patent filings by applicants. Failing to comply may result in opposition or patent revocation. This post provides a comparative legal analysis and discusses the consequences of non-disclosure.

Post-Graduate Diploma in IPR, Patent backlog decreased by 50%, Bayer sued in Brazil and more

This bulletin presents key updates in Indian patent statistics, including a 50 percent decrease in backlog and recent policy changes. It also covers new IPR educational opportunities, international legal disputes, and ongoing support for farmer rights in India.

Final Rules For Administrative Trials Published

The USPTO has published final rules for administrative trials under the America Invents Act. These rules detail the procedures for inter partes review, post-grant review, and business method patent review, aiming to streamline patent challenges and enhance system efficiency.

Wankel Engine, Although Revving not Revolutionary

This post examines the Wankel engine’s unique rotary technology, highlighting its development, benefits, and drawbacks. It discusses historical uses, especially by Mazda, and analyses prospects for its future application in hybrid vehicles.

Are You Ready for a Walk on Water?

This post analyses the development of water walking shoes and related inventions, referencing key international patents and their technological features. The focus is on the evolution from myth to practical solutions enabling humans to walk on water, with an objective, analytical approach.

Alexander Graham Bell’s Path-breaking Patents

This post explores Alexander Graham Bell’s pioneering work leading to the telephone patent and the disputes with Elisha Gray. It highlights Bell’s inventive journey and the lasting impact of his contributions to communication technology.

Pedaling the Mechanical Horse

This post examines a patented bicycle pedal extension designed to increase torque and cycling efficiency. It provides a detailed analysis of the invention’s mechanics and its legal significance in the evolution of bicycle technology.

Compulsory License for “Not working”

This post discusses the legal grounds for granting compulsory licenses when patented drugs are not locally worked in India, as revealed through recent Form 27 compliance issues. It analyses relevant sections of the Indian Patent Act and the implications for innovator pharmaceutical companies.

Man Tried To Patent Godly Powers!

Christopher Anthony Roller filed a US patent application for godly powers, seeking exclusive rights to their use and financial benefits. The USPTO rejected the claims on legal and technical grounds, leading to the application’s abandonment.

Biodiversity law requirement of NBA Approval for Indian herbal companies

This article reviews the necessity of NBA approval for Indian herbal companies under the Biodiversity Act, especially after the Divya Pharmacy judgement. It outlines the legal framework governing access, benefit sharing, and patent applications involving biological resources.