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Description
Academic researchers often face a dilemma when deciding whether to publish their new research as patents or articles, as the choice between the two options is influenced by various factors that may not always be clear to those in academia. This workshop covers a range of topics, such as the reasons for publishing research papers, the definition and purpose of patents, the requirements for patent eligibility and patentability, the process of patent examination, the differences between authors and inventors, reviewers and examiners, as well as papers and patents. Additionally, the workshop explores the importance of the claim in patents, common reasons for patent rejections, current challenges in the field, provides two examples, and offers a list of 20 points to consider when making the decision between patenting and publishing.
