EAPO President Grigory Ivliev took part at the session “The rights of young scientists to their inventions: how not to drown in bureaucracy”. He spoke about the opportunities offered by IP mechanisms.

The key issues for young inventors included:

• Any inventor needs at least basic understanding of the IP system;
• Young inventors underestimate the value of patent information and patent databases. They can either confirm the uniqueness of a technical solution, or assist in reengineering;
• The Eurasian Patent Office provides significant benefits for universities and educational organizations (they pay only 30% of the fee) and individuals (10%);
• A rights management strategy is essential, particularly for securing protection abroad;
• It is important to understand the local IP policy of the university or research organization, which defines the approaches to handling IP results and the distribution of rights.

“The IP system is an excellent tool for encouraging inventors. Unfortunately, only a small number of young scientists and inventors currently possess the skills to use these tools.

Our task is to create conditions that ensure they receive reliable protection for their rights and gain income from their use. It is important that breakthrough technologies find practical application and improve the quality of our lives,” added Grigory Ivliev.