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» Download PPT on Careers in Intellectual Property The manpower needed for generating such IP assets and protecting the same needs to be aware and well versed on different facets of this field in order to be effective in the knowledge-based industries. However, there exists a limited understanding of the IP laws and the corresponding issues surrounding IP rights in India, specially in the student community. India is projected as the hub of knowledge-driven activity in the near future that bridges these yawing gaps, which includes enabling and protecting innovation, providing support for strategic decisions, focusing research activity and so on. Currently, it is estimated that about 1200 IP professionals are involved in such activities, most of who are not legal professionals, and provide support to firms across the globe. This number is expected to grow by at least ten-fold within the next two years, given the success of such work and the current demand. Several factors contribute to this glowing outlook, some of which include strong technical foundation and language skills. In order to effectively meet these demands, it is imperative that the knowledge on the subject is imparted in a focussed manner at the University level. To this end, Xellect IP Solutions has launched a University Campaign to increase awareness on Intellectual Property Rights. Xellect IP Solutions is holding workshops at different Universities to impart basic knowledge on the subject. The campaign would also showcase new lucrative career pathways to the bright young minds.
A patent awareness workshop was held in picturesque Udaipur, Rajasthan on 14th March, 2008. The workshop was sponsored by Patent Facilitating Cell (PFC)-TIFAC, Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of Rajasthan (GOR), and Patent Information Centre (PIC), Jaipur. The workshop was attended by about 50 delegates representing industry, academia, students etc. and Speakers were by invitation. The session began with opening remarks by Dr. Amita Gill, Project Director, DST, GOR, Jaipur. Then the technical session began with a session on ‘Introduction to IPR’ by Dr R Saha, Advisor, DST, and Director, PFC. Then, Arvind Viswanathan, Chief Scientific Officer, Xellect IP Solutions, presented on the topic “Managing IP in Healthcare”. This was followed by a session on “Patenting Practices in India” by Mr P. K. Patni, Assistant Controller, Patent Office, New Delhi. The entire afternoon was dedicated to the Q&A session due to the interest incited and the questions audience had. Overall, everybody who went through the session on both sides of the podium gained a lot from this experience. PFC-TIFAC has conducted a number of such trainings, and has been inviting Xellect IP Solutions for its unique take on specialized topics in IP. Xellect IP Solutions, in its turn, has always lived upto the expectation by delivering a high quality presentation and engaging the audience by sharing their experiences, thus enriching the attendees.
Rachna Singh Puri, CEO, Xellect IP Solutions, was invited as a guest Speaker by Patent Facilitating Cell (PFC), TIFAC (Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council), Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, to deliver a talk on “Role of Patents in Industry and Universities” at a Patent Awareness Workshop held at Mysore on December 19, 2007. The workshop was attended by over 100 participants from Industry, Academia, and Government. Other eminent speakers at the Workshop included Mr K.M. Vishwanathan, Deputy Controller of Patents and Design, Chennai Patent Office, who spoke about “Patenting System in India”; Mr. A. J. Abhayan , Legal Head, Biocon, who addressed the audience on “Copyright Management”; and Mr Yashwant Panwar, Scientist ‘D’, PFC, TIFAC, who delivered a talk on “Introduction to IPR and some case studies”.
Xellect IP Solutions upon identifying a huge need in the market to increase awareness in the field of Intellectual Property Rights decided to fill this gap. To this end, Xellect partnered with CII and APTDC to disseminate IP knowledge to various forums by addressing the topics to different extents as deemed necessary according to audience interest and knowledge levels. The thought behind the workshops was echoed by one of the attendees in the following manner: “There is nothing in IP for not to be done. Even awareness workshop is still the need of the hour. Here is need to create a positive environment for (a) legislators, (b)judiciary, (c) police, (d) customs.” The trio of Xellect IP Solutions, CII and APTDC conducted 2 sets of workshops across the country. The first series was entitled “Intellectual Property Rights Skill Enhancement Programme” held on 14-15 September, 2007 at Bangalore, and subsequently on 5-6 October, 2007 at Delhi. This programme was designed to provide IP Practitioners and those deeply interested and involved in IP a comprehensive look at the subject from various viewpoints. Then, another workshop entitled “Demystifying Intellectual Property” was conducted, again with CII and APTDC on 14 December, 007 at Hyderabad. All the programs were well attended by members from various sectors such as Industry, Academia, and Government. The workshops were well received by the attendees, as evidenced by the comments in the feedback form, some of which are given below: “Good flow of presentation” “Good start for beginners… Would like to attend next conference.” “This workshop was really useful…Really appreciate your efforts for this presentation..” “Overall, the course was “Good” and “Useful”” “Good job” “Excellent. Well done.” “Congrats! Was very interesting and informative. Gained a lot! Thank You!” “The workshop justified why we are in the IP stream because of its upcoming scope. It was a refreshing course for me.” Further, the attendees also expressed a strong desire to see more such workshops from Xellect on vertical specific topics, such as software, IT, biotechnology, etc. of longer duration if necessary. Thus, Xellect is currently focusing on preparing and disseminating such workshops as well to meet the growing demand in the broad field of Intellectual Property Rights. Xellect IP Solutions, in collaboration with CII & APTDC conducted "2nd National Workshop on IP Skills enhancement program" in New Delhi.
Xellect IP Solutions, in collaboration with CII & APTDC conducted "1st National Workshop on IP Skills enhancement program" in Bangalore. |
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