‘A patent attorney converts practice, the invention, into theory, the patent. The patent then offers possibilities for all kinds of practical applications.’
Matthijs Roelofs studied Mechanical Engineer at the University of Twente. He did his masters at the Technical University Eindhoven where he completed a master in mechanical engineering and a master in science and technology of nuclear fusion.
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First meeting of the Administrative Committee of the new European Patent Court
On 22 February 2022, the first meeting of the Administrative Committee of the new European Patent Court (the Unified Patent Court) took place.Continue reading
V.O. model quickly estimates patent value
How do you estimate the economic value of a patent? V.O. has developed a model that arrives at an estimation based on various factors. This allows companies to have a better understanding of how much their patent can deliver for them.Continue reading
Be prepared for the Unitary Patent (UP) and the Unified Patent Court (UPC) Sunrise
At present, court cases about infringement of European patents are handled by the national courts of the country concerned. Also, opposition proceedings can only be initiated centrally at the European Patent Office shortly, i.e. within 9 months, after grant.Continue reading