The article examines the structure and implications of supplementary protection certificates in the European Union. It reviews their regulatory evolution, procedural requirements, and influence on pharmaceutical market exclusivity,…
Intellepedia · 15 Mar 2023
The article examines India’s policy on compulsory licensing for COVID-related medical technologies, echoing Prof. Arul Scaria’s critique of current government inaction. It highlights the legal and historical basis…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 30 May 2021
This analysis explores the relationship between intellectual property, accessibility, and public health, with a focus on recent global developments amid COVID-19. It highlights key policy measures, compulsory licensing,…
Gaurav Mishra · 3 Aug 2020
This article explores how public interest has guided Indian patent law, often supporting generic drug companies over innovators. It argues for a balanced approach to public interest that…
Intellepedia · 30 Jan 2019
This post examines the complex interaction between intellectual property rights and access to affordable medicines in India. It provides a legal analysis of policy challenges and judicial decisions,…
Gaurav Mishra · 9 Mar 2016
The post examines key outcomes from a national conference on access to medicines in India, with a focus on pharmaceutical pricing, IPR, and related policy challenges. It analyses…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala · 8 Jan 2016
The Indian Patent Office has revoked Roche’s Valganciclovir patent, emphasizing Section 3d and public interest. This decision strengthens access to medicines in India and curbs evergreening by pharmaceutical…
Intellepedia · 12 Aug 2015