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New study and platform from the EPO help all stakeholders understand the technologies and trends shaping water supply, management and protection
Key applicant shares its views on quality and the Unitary Patent package
Updates show continuation of a positive trend in findings relating to grant
Use generative AI to transform the way users access and leverage patent data
EPO delegation meets national offices from around the world to deepen co-operation
Delegation from EPO visited the local division to learn about their first year
This precautionary measure, decided by the President of the EPO, is taken pending further discussions with the EPO’s member states.
The 2024 winners represent Europe, Asia and Africa, with women inventors featuring prominently
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