Industry Lecture: "Introduction to Intellectual Property"

Title: Introduction to Intellectual Property

Speaker: Emma Foster and Mash-Hud Iqbal from Marks & Clerk

Venue: Lecture Theatre 1, Department of Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology, Philippa Fawcett Drive, Cambridge CB3 0AS

Description: 

This seminar will provide an introduction to the world of intellectual property (IP), and will cover the following topics:  

• Introduction from Marks & Clerk
  A brief overview of who we are and what we do
• What is IP
  A summary of the different types of IP, including patents, trademarks, designs, and copyright
• IP Strategy for Start-Ups
  An outline of the key IP considerations for Start-Ups, including patent filing strategy, freedom to operate (FTO) analysis, and portfolio cost forecasting
• IP Identification Mini-Workshop
  An interactive session that will involve you drafting some patent claims!
• Life as a Patent Attorney
  An introduction to the patent profession, including the route to qualification and what the day-to-day job entails