EPC
This glossary item is used in the course Intellectual Property Online
EPC
European Patent Convention (EPC), which has been in force since 1978. The main function of the European Patent Convention is to provide for a centralized grant procedure resulting in patents which confer on the proprietor, in each contracting state for which they are granted, the same rights as a national patent in that state. In addition, the Convention includes rules on the interpretation of patents, on grounds for revocation and provides for centralized opposition, limitation and revocation procedures.
Intellectual Property Online
Obtaining a patent is a crucial step to safeguard the intellectual property of a novel biomedical intervention and to raise funding for its development. This course discusses the pros and cons of intellectual property and the do’s and don’ts to protect your biomedical invention in a timely manner.