Channel Title: European Patent Office Channel Description: Official channel of the European Patent Office. This channel features videos on a wide range of topics related to innovation, inventors, patents, the IP system and the Office. Our policy: The EPO does not guarantee the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of any comments posted to its social media outlets (YouTube Channel, blogs, Social Media networks, message boards/forums, etc.). Refrain from commentary featuring offensive content. Avoid personal attacks, religious or political statements and comments with racist, sexist or homophobic remarks. Stick to posts that are related to the conversation, without spam or advertisements clogging the feed. Respect privacy: do not publicly post questions about pending patent applications, name individual staff members or reveal confidential information. The EPO reserves the right to delete or edit any comments that it considers inappropriate or unacceptable. <video> #9 Why patenting isn't quick, and why that's a good thing Description: How do you cope with the time it takes to get a patent? Join us for another insight into the workings of the patent system from the business perspective, and understand how your patent application might affect others and how you can actively impact the scope of your technology’s protection. Find out how you can use the patent examiner’s search report to drive your own strategy.  The general information in these videos provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business. #headstart </video> <video> Material marvels: the graphene and additive manufacturing revolution Description: Advanced materials like graphene are set to revolutionise industries. They are quietly transforming our world. 🎧 This week on #TalkInnovation, we’re giving you an insider’s pass into the industries of the future. Tune in: https://open.spotify.com/episode/79dKVnAQTrqgQEcKyRzrpx </video> <video> Interview with Gerald Campos Valverde, Minister of Justice and Peace, Costa Rica Description: On 13 December, EPO President António Campinos welcomed a delegation from Costa Rica, led by the Minister of Justice and Peace Gerald Campos Valverde, for the signing of a landmark validation agreement. This milestone marks the culmination of extensive technical collaboration and over a year of discussions. Costa Rica is the first country in the Americas to sign a validation agreement with the EPO. Under the agreement, European patents validated in Costa Rica will have the same effect and be subject to the same conditions as national patents. Once in force, the agreement will streamline access to the Costa Rican market for European patent applicants, thereby encouraging trade, technology transfer and foreign direct investment. Minister Campos Valverde took the time to answer some questions during an interview with the EPO. Watch the video to hear his thoughts on the significance of this agreement. </video> <video> Speed, teamwork, persistence: insights into the medical technology boom Description: 🌍 Imagine a world where robots assist in surgeries and AI predicts medical breakthroughs. That world is here. On this week’s #TalkInnovation episode, Tom Kink, EPO examiner chats with Gordon Cheng, a pioneer in robotics and AI at the Technical University of Munich and 🔬 Chris Hancock, inventor and CTO at Creo Medical Group, about the future of #Healthcare and the role of patents. Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/01NOmBI5YrLHABySXoEZHc </video> <video> Material marvels: the graphene and additive manufacturing revolution Description: Leading Tech Voices: industries of the future Has graphene lived up to the hype it generated 20 years ago? And what do 3D-printed ceramics and Egyptian pyramids have in common? In this episode, two expert entrepreneurs explain how these materials are contributing to sustainability across industries. With graphene as the potential key to more energy-efficient data centres, and additive manufacturing producing ultra-durable ceramics with a wide variety of applications in fields such as biomedicine, prepare to discover how these materials have been transformed for maximum impact. Moderator: Pia Björk, Director in the EPO’s Communication department and an engineer in materials science Speakers: Amaia Zurutuza, Scientific director at Graphenea Johannes Homa, founder and CEO at Lithoz This episode is part of a special podcast series where each episode focuses on one of five major technology areas. It builds on the EPO’s 50 Leading Tech Voices project, in which global tech leaders were invited to share how they believe inventiveness can help create a brighter and more sustainable future.  You can read their statements and watch discussion panels on our website: Further information: • Leading Tech Voices podcast playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00zNmizhqJe5uDPqoWahuF?si=YYalxenuSWmByv9sKPdLPg) • 50 Leading Tech Voices statements (https://www.epo.org/en/about-us/50-epc-anniversary/50-leading-tech-voices) • 50 Leading Tech Voices panel discussions (https://www.epo.org/en/about-us/50-epc-anniversary/official-celebrations) • EPO Chief Economist studies (https://www.epo.org/en/about-us/services-and-activities/chief-economist/studies) </video> <video> Speed, teamwork, persistence: insights into the medical technology boom Description: Leading Tech Voices: health & well-being EPO examiner Tom Kink leads a conversation with eminent inventors and scholars in the area of medical technologies, professors Gordon Chang and Chris Hancock. The talk highlights the significant increase in patent applications in medical technologies over the past decade emphasizing the role of interdisciplinary collaboration, advancements in material science as well as the role of robotics and AI in driving innovation. Persistence and the ability to iterate inventions quickly are crucial, as is consulting patents to be able to build upon earlier advancements in science.   Moderator: Tom Kink, examiner specializing in the field of surgical tools and navigation at the EPO   Speakers: Professor Gordon Cheng, Co-founder of Intouch-Robotics, Chair Professor for Cognitive Systems and Director of the Institute for Cognitive Systems at the Technical University of Munich. Professor Chris Hancock, CTO and Founder of Creo Medical Group PLC and Chair in Medical Microwave Engineering at Bangor University    This episode is part of a special podcast series where each episode focuses on one of five major technology areas. It builds on the EPO’s 50 Leading Tech Voices project, in which global tech leaders were invited to share how they believe inventiveness can help create a brighter and more sustainable future.  You can read their statements and watch discussion panels on our website:   Further information: Series playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/00zNmizhqJe5uDPqoWahuF) Leading Tech Voices statements 2023 (https://www.epo.org/en/about-us/50-epc-anniversary/50-leading-tech-voices) Leading Tech voices panel discussions 2023 (https://www.epo.org/en/about-us/50-epc-anniversary/official-celebrations) </video> <video> ✨ So glad to have all of you here with us! Description: </video> <video> 🎬 When Gen Z writes the script, expect the unexpected. 🤔👀💡 #GenZApproved #GenZMarketing Description: </video> <video> HEADSTART: Why patenting isn't quick, and why that's a good thing Description: How do you handle the lengthy process of getting a patent? While it may seem like a drawback, the time it takes can actually benefit your business. Join us to learn why the patent process isn’t always quick, how it impacts your competitors, and how you can actively impact the scope of your technology’s protection. Find out how you can use the patent examiner’s search report to drive your own strategy.  An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs, and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgDlswd0__eJNXLI-BH-39eWpwj5mcI_4) & LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/european-patent-office/) ) to supercharge your innovation journey! More information at: New to patents (https://www.epo.org/en/new-to-patents) Startup guide (https://www.epo.org/en/news-events/events/startup-guide) The general information in these podcasts provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.  </video> <video> #8 How to use patent knowledge to innovate_ Description: As an inventor, micro-entity, startup or university researcher: how do you keep abreast of the latest technology developments?  You might have been told before that patents lock away knowledge, keeping it from the public. Nothing could be further from the truth. Find out how you can make most of the know-how contained in free patent databases to succeed in your line of business. The general information in these videos provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business. #Headstart </video> <video> Patent Knowledge Forum 2024 Description: 📅 Patent Knowledge Forum 2024: Patent intelligence in action! If you’re looking into turning patent data into valuable intelligence that can redefine business and research, this event is for you. You’ll have the chance to witness the official launch of the Technology Intelligence Platform (TIP) and learn more about advanced data analytics. 0:00 02:05 Welcome address - António Campinos, President of the European Patent Office 14:00 Presentation of Technology Intelligence Platform (TIP) - Carlos Aitor Pérez de Unzueta, EPO 25:00 Part 1: Live demonstration of TIP by the EPO 48:35 Part 2: TIP testimonials from external users 1:13:10 Wrap-up by moderator Patent information learning power hour 1:17:07 Demo of new Legal Interactive Platform and best practices Kieran Donnelly, Business Information Technology, European Patent Office 1:32:30 The Unitary Patent in the European Patent Register Yolanda Sánchez Garcia, User Services, European Patent Office 1:49:08 Unlocking the power of Espacenet Andrée Lahaye, User Services, European Patent Office 2:04:11 Trends in our high-quality data collections Sofie Leplae, Data Services, European Patent Office 2:20:56 Q&A at the end of the session 2:32:40 CodeFest ceremony 3:21:05 Closing remarks by Christoph Ernst #PKForum #PKForum2024 #PatentData #PatentIntelligence </video> <video> President's end-of-year message for 2024 Description: As the year draws to a close, President António Campinos takes a moment to thank all colleagues for their efforts throughout 2024 🙏 </video> <video> High stakes for Europe’s competitiveness and patents Description: This episode delves into the principal challenges facing innovation in Europe, as outlined in Mario Draghi’s prominent report “The future of European competitiveness.”  Listen to gain insight into:  • the role patent data plays in understanding innovation trends  • which technical fields Europe is lagging behind in compared to its competitors  • how the EPO’s high-quality patents and other activities contribute to the innovation process  • the critical factors that may impact Europe changing course.    These important topics were tackled in a conversation between Gilles Requena, Chief Patent Research & Policies Officer at the EPO, and Alexandr Hobza, Chief Economist, Directorate-General for Research & Innovation at the European Commission, with moderation by Joff Wild, Head of Content at Sisvel and former Editor in Chief of IAM magazine.    Additional links: • ⁠Mario Draghi’s report: “The future of European competitiveness”⁠ (https://commission.europa.eu/topics/strengthening-european-competitiveness/eu-competitiveness-looking-ahead_en)   • ⁠New innovation strategy for EU is vital – says report⁠ (https://www.epo.org/en/news-events/news/new-innovation-strategy-eu-vital-says-report)  (EPO news item) </video> <video> Season’s Greetings 🎄 Frohe Festtage ⛄ Bonnes Fêtes Description: If you could gift one invention to the world, what would it be? 🎄 Season’s Greetings from all of us at the EPO! ⛄ Frohe Festtage von uns allen beim EPA! 🎁 Bonnes Fêtes de la part de nous tous à l’OEB ! Wishing you joy, peace, and prosperity this festive season and in the year to come! ✨ </video> <video> HEADSTART: How to use patent knowledge to innovate Description: As an inventor, micro-entity, startup or university researcher, how do you keep abreast of the latest technology developments? While some believe patents lock away knowledge, keeping it from the public - nothing could be further from the truth. Find out how you can leverage free patent databases to succeed in your line of business.  An episode in a weekly pilot series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, startups, entrepreneurs, and micro-entities and other businesses the tools to protect their technology with intellectual property (IP). Tune in every Friday at 9.00 am (also on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgDlswd0__eJNXLI-BH-39eWpwj5mcI_4) & LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/european-patent-office/) ) to supercharge your innovation journey! More information at: New to patents (https://www.epo.org/en/new-to-patents) Startup guide (https://www.epo.org/en/news-events/events/startup-guide) The general information in these podcasts provides only a broad overview and is not comprehensive. It is not a substitute for legal advice specific to your own needs, nor should it be relied upon exclusively. You should consult a qualified professional (for example a European patent attorney) before taking any actions that could impact your business.  </video>

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