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Invalidating patents

Patent offices around the world typically do a good job of examining applications so that only the patents that meet the requirements, including novelty and inventiveness, make it through to grant. However, this is not always the case. Ben Lincoln considers the challenges being made against battery patents.

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IP in software: Can you patent software?

The simple answer is yes, you can patent software. However, there are strict rules to follow as to what software or software-related inventions can be patented.

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The other problem with tech transfer

There has been increasing discussion around problems with the transfer of technology from universities, and in particular with the spin-out process. 

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Trade secrets - the forgotten IP right

In this article written for FMCG CEO, Sarah explains how to identify a trade secret and - most importantly - how to keep it.