📢🎯 Invitation | SPARK Europe Webinar Series FALL 2025
SPARK Europe Webinar Series | 4th February 2026 |4-5 pm (CET) | Target Product Profile (TPP) - for MedTech | Kyun Thibaut, CEO COVARTIM | hosted by SPARK Bordeaux
Webinar Invitation: Publishing vs. Patenting
The webinar will focus on the differences between publishing and patenting. The decision whether to publish results or seek patent protection is a crucial choice with long-term consequences. While publishing increases scientific knowledge and fosters collaboration, patenting provides legal protection and commercial opportunities. Understanding the strategic, legal and ethical considerations behind this decision is essential for researchers, entrepreneurs and industry professionals.
- When
- Friday 27 June 2025, 10:30 - 12:00 (CEST)
- Languages
- English
- Organisers
- European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency
- Entrance fee
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This Webinar is offered free of charge
Description
In the world of research and innovation, deciding whether to publish findings or pursue patent protection is a critical choice with long-term implications. While publishing advances scientific knowledge and fosters collaboration, patenting provides legal protection and commercial opportunities. Understanding the strategic, legal, and ethical considerations behind this decision is essential for researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals.
Speakers: Michele Dubbini
Language: English
Learning Objectives:
- The key differences between publishing and patenting
- The advantages and limitations of each approach
- How to align your choice with career, funding, and commercialization goals
This session is designed for academics, inventors, and professionals navigating intellectual property decisions in research and innovation. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and make informed choices about protecting and sharing your work.
