Closely monitoring the patent expirations of well-known branded drugs, such as Abilify for schizophrenia and Abaraxane for cancer treatment, is essential. This practice of monitoring patents can give generic drug
Developing the ability to ask pertinent and thought-provoking questions is an essential skill for intellectual property (IP) researchers to stay on top of their work in the fast-moving field. The
The recent WLAN standard mentions the word “optional” more than 1700 times, leading to ambiguity in patent scope. Eventually, potential licensees may use the ambiguity around optional features to challenge
Patent data, especially patent claims, can help with various tasks, such as assessing the market, analyzing competitors, identifying innovative trends, evaluating risks, and devising market-entry strategies. Such patent information is
During invalidation searches, I often stumble upon 102 prior art from my surroundings. It might fascinate you how I discover them even when I’m not looking for them consciously. However,
This is the story of a project that challenged me to invalidate a patent by one of the pioneers in the field of next-gen gene sequencing with over two decades
If patents are your bread and butter, you know as much as I do that a thorough patent portfolio analysis is critical before deciding to buy them. However, the situation
In 2020, the FDA approved loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension 0.25% (Eysuvis, Kala Pharmaceuticals Inc.) for treating dry eye disease. As one of the most common ocular surface disorders, dry eye
This year, Colibri Heart Valve, a medical device start-up, went into a legal battle against the industry giant Medtronic CoreValve. This case not only earned its place among the top
Mergers and acquisitions have been a core business strategy for companies across almost all industries. A key reason for M&A deals today is the need to harness cutting-edge technologies through
You are considering investing millions of dollars in purchasing a patent portfolio. While this decision offers an attractive opportunity to open doors to novel technological horizons and potentially gain substantial
The ecosystem of a patent and its technology are critical factors in conducting a prior art search and even selecting the appropriate researcher for your case. Moreover, in one of
Monitoring the drug exclusivity expiration timelines is just as important as patent expiration date when identifying opportunities and timing generic launches. Having access to detailed exclusivity data can reveal openings
During the second quarter of 2023, there was a 7% increase in patent applications for immuno-oncology compared to the previous quarter, indicating a dynamic transformation in the oncology landscape. Interestingly,
With companies filing for ANDAs, the global prescribed generics sales are expected to reach nearly 100 billion U.S. dollars by 2026. One example of this is Rexulti – a prescription medicine
In the fast-evolving landscape of telecommunications, where innovation dictates leadership, companies with robust intellectual property portfolios stand apart. CommScope, a global leader in connectivity solutions, exemplifies this strategic advantage. Its