"Talk innovation" podcast
In our Talk innovation: unlocking technology channel, expert presenters and guests – including our patent examiners - provide their perspective on technology trends and highlight ground-breaking inventions. Join us to learn more on the role of patents and the intellectual property (IP) system in supporting society and the economy. A list of episodes is also available directly below.
The channel Talk innovation: patent professional edition offers podcasts tailored to the needs of the patent profession: patent attorneys, lawyers, paralegals, patent searchers and related professions.
Any opinions expressed are those of the podcast participants and not necessarily those of the European Patent Office or guest speakers' respective organisations.
Latest episodes

Closing the funding gap to boost Europe’s tech startups
The podcast discusses the need for tech-savvy investors as well as startups having dual financing and IP strategies.

Rocket science 101: inside space propulsion
Experts explore the rapidly transforming space sector and its potential to solve global challenges, focussing on various propulsion systems.

Breaking the silence on noise pollution
Acoustics expert Rhona Togher shares her journey from school science project to business success, highlighting the value of friendship, collaboration and IP support for SMEs. Moderator: Edward Cooke (EPO patent examiner)

Material marvels: the graphene and additive manufacturing revolution
How can graphene make data centres ultra-efficient? Could 3D printing save lives? Hear the answers in our "Tech Voices: industries of the future" podcast.

Speed, teamwork, persistence: insights into the medical technology boom
The podcast highlights the increase in patent applications in medical tech emphasizing the role of interdisciplinary collaboration, advancements in material science & robotics and AI.

Headstart: helping inventors get ahead
A series of bite-sized podcasts designed to give inventors, businesses, micro-entities, entrepreneurs and startups the tools to protect their technology.
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