INAUGURATION OF IPR CELL & TWO DAYS STATE LEVEL TECHNICAL WORKSHOP ON IPR

Venue: The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR. Medical University, Chennai.
Inauguration Ceremony :
The inauguration ceremony started on 12 Oct 2023 with lamp lighting followed by welcoming the chief guest with their address. We are about to commence our event by lighting the lamp of knowledge and wisdom. This is a symbolic moment that signifies the dispelling of darkness, and igniting of thought and enlightenment. Lamp lighting by Chief Guest Prof.Dr. Manu Santhanam, Prof. Dr. K. Narayanasamy, Dr. R. Srinivasan.
12 Oct 2023 (Day 1)
Session 1 :
Welcome Address: Dr. M.B. Aswath Narayanan,
Registrar, TNMGRMU.
Presidential Address : Dr.K. Narayanasamy,
Vice-Chancellor, TNMGRMU.
Felicitation: Shri. Thangapandian,
Joint Controller, Patent Office, Chennai.
Keynote Address: Dr. R. Srinivasan,
Member Secretary, TNSCST.
Special Address: Prof. Dr. Manu Santhanam,
Dean IC & SR, IIT Madras.

Session 2 :
Topic: IPR’s Introduction and Need for Its Protection
Seminar Taken By: Shri. S . THANGAPNDIAN (Deputy Controller of Patents & Designs Patent Office, Chennai)
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) encompass a set of legal protections granted to individuals and organizations for their intangible creations. These creations can take various forms, including inventions, literary and artistic works, trademarks, and more. The primary types of IPR include patents, copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, industrial designs, geographical indications, plant varieties, and layout designs of integrated circuits. IPR laws aim to recognize and safeguard the economic and moral rights of creators and innovators by granting them exclusive rights to control, use, and profit from their intellectual creations.
Session 3 :
TOPIC: Public Health and IP Policy Aspect and Access to Medicines
Seminar Conducted By, Mrs. Preethi (Reg Patent Agent IPR Consultant, Chennai.)
Public health and intellectual property (IP) policy intersect in the context of access to medicines. IP laws, such as patents, can impact the availability and affordability of life-saving drugs. While IP encourages innovation, it can also create barriers to accessing essential medications, especially in low-income countries. Striking a balance between protecting IP rights and ensuring access to medicines is vital for public health. Flexibilities like compulsory licensing and generic drug production have been used to address this issue. An effective public health and IP policy framework must prioritize equitable access to medicines to combat diseases and promote global well-being.
Session 4 :
TOPIC: Patent System India and National Biodiversity –Biotechnological invention.
Conducted By, Dr. R. Bhanumathi (Deputy Controller of Patents & Designs Patent Office, Chennai)
In India, the patent system governs the protection of intellectual property, including biotechnological inventions. The National Biodiversity Act regulates the utilization of biological resources and associated knowledge. Biotechnological inventions derived from India’s biodiversity require compliance with both patent laws and biodiversity regulations to ensure ethical and legal use of natural resources.
13 Oct 2023 (Day 2)
Session 1 :
Topic: Trademark Management In Healthcare With Case Studies.
Conducted By, Smt.B. Kayalvizhi (Deputy Register Of Trademark & GI IP Office, Chennai)
Trademark management in healthcare is essential for protecting brand identities, logos, and product names in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors. It ensures that consumers can trust the source and quality of healthcare products and services. Proper trademark management helps prevent confusion and counterfeit products, while also maintaining the reputation and integrity of healthcare organizations and their offerings.
Session 2 :
TOPIC: Tools for Patent searching, Role of Govt in IP promotion and Facilitation
Conducted by, Ms.S.Gomati (Project Scientist, PIC TNSCST, Chennai)
Introduction to tools for patent searching, like the USPTO database and WIPO’s PATENTSCOPE, help individuals and companies research existing patents. Governments play a crucial role in IP promotion and facilitation by providing legal frameworks, grants, and education. They encourage innovation, protect inventors, and promote economic growth through effective intellectual property policies and enforcement.
Session 3:
TOPIC: Procedure for Patent filling, Commercialization of Patent.
Conducted By, Dr. Deepa Boppan (Founder Patent agent & Consultant, Chennai)
The procedure for patent filing involves preparing a detailed application, including claims and drawings, and submitting it to the relevant patent office. After examination and approval, a patent is granted. Commercialization involves marketing, licensing, or selling patent rights to interested parties, allowing inventors to monetize their innovations.
Vote Of Thanks By,
Dr. G. Srinivas, Prof and Head, DoE, TNMGRMU.
Finally, Certificate Distribution is Conducted With the Gain of Knowledge.