Why do Inventors Invent?
This post explores what motivates Indian inventors, highlighting that most are driven by non-financial reasons rather than financial incentives. Based on research among R and D professionals, it…
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Do Patents motivate Inventors? A TED Talk by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
Dr Kalyan Kankanala’s TED Talk examines if patents genuinely encourage inventors or if passion drives innovation. Drawing on research and case studies, he argues that while patents attract…
Business of IP & Start-ups – A presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B)
The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Managing Partner BananaIP Counsels, at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM-B), for their workshop titled ‘Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in…
Intellectual Property, Creativity and Madness
This article explores the relationship between creativity, intellectual property, and psychological disorders among creators and inventors. It provides a legal-academic perspective on recent research findings, offering a balanced…