Start-ups/spin-outs
Certainty in the trajectory of quantum computing patents
In this analysis, Tom Gregory discusses the recent increase in patent filings in the field of quantum computing.
Patenting computer simulations: an opportunity for growth in the fusion sector
The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and the Science and Technologies Facilities Council (STFC) recently started a new collaboration
Oatly loses battle of the oat drinks
The recent case concerning oat-based drinks OATLY and PURE OATY highlights the difficulties in enforcing rights in a descriptive trade mark against third parties.
How much data is needed for biotech applications at the EPO?
Claire Devine explains the need for a robust patent filing and prosecution strategy that mitigates against objections for lack of plausibility at the EPO.
Navigating IP for start-ups: a live IP audit with a fictitious start-up
In this virtual event, Appleyard Lees patent attorney Paul Beynon and trade mark attorney Olivia Hamilton ran a mock IP audit, with partner Richard Bray playing the part of a start-up client.
A brief guide to patenting diagnostic inventions in Europe
Trainee patent attorney Andrew Mullins looks at how to obtain patent protection for inventions within the diagnostic field.
