WIPO – Knowledge and Resources

Understanding how to value intellectual property (IP) assets is essential to successfully bring biotech and pharmaceutical innovation from the lab to the market. WIPO’s new publication “Intellectual Property Valuation in Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals” provides clear, practical guidance to both new and experienced professionals in the field of innovation management. Building on foundational valuation principles and case studies, the guide covers advanced methods including risk-adjusted net present value (rNPV) and real options analysis, helping professionals make informed decisions and maximize the value of their assets. • Access the publication online: https://lnkd.in/gfGGZWnG • Download the PDF: https://lnkd.in/gSXnWMB2 • Related publication – “A Primer on Technology Transfer in the Field of Biotechnology”: https://lnkd.in/gpPbHaRf • Learn more about IP valuation in “Intellectual Property Valuation Basics for Technology Transfer Professionals”: https://lnkd.in/gcKrxrmm #WIPO #WIPOknowledge #Biotechnology #Pharmaceuticals #IPvaluation #Innovation #LifeSciences

Intellectual property statistics are a valuable tool to spot and analyze trends in policy, business, and technology worldwide. Drawing on figures from around 150 national and regional IP offices, the latest edition of WIPO’s World Intellectual Property Indicators report shows that in 2024, global patent and design filing activity grew by 4.9% and 2.2% respectively, while trademark filings stabilized after a two-year slowdown. Flip through the slides to explore the data and find more detailed statistics and further insights here: • Browse major trends by IP right: https://lnkd.in/eJehQ6BA • Download the full report and data tables: https://lnkd.in/e7hXdqbK • Access reports from previous years: https://lnkd.in/efUD3FG • Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/d6uA2BsW • Browse the full set of statistics: https://lnkd.in/dhB9kRWc #WIPO #WIPOknowledge #IntellectualProperty #Patent #Trademark #Design

Technological innovation can play an important role in helping communities better prepare for and respond to extreme weather and climate events. The latest edition of WIPO Green Technology Book presents more than 200 technologies designed to support communities’ climate resilience – from AI-powered forecasting to satellite monitoring, IoT sensors and drones. Highlighting technologies to better prepare for, manage and recover from water-related hazards, dry weather and extreme temperature events, the publication is a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers and the general public. • Executive Summary with key findings: https://lnkd.in/g44amSJk • Read the book by chapter: https://lnkd.in/d6cTf2ze • Download a copy: https://lnkd.in/gMaEB6WR • Browse the full Green Technology Book series: https://lnkd.in/ecp85Vdp • Explore climate change technologies in the WIPO GREEN Database: https://lnkd.in/erJJwkjn #WIPOknowledge #wipoGREEN #COP30 #ClimateSolutions

Today, the International Design System turns 100. On this day in 1925, the founding treaty of the Hague System (the Hague Agreement) was adopted in The Hague. Since then, over 2 million designs have been registered through WIPO’s Hague System, providing designers and businesses with an easy, fast and affordable solution to protect their creations internationally. Explore our collection of resources on the centenary and the Hague System: • Commemorative Publication on a century of design registration featuring 100 remarkable designs registered under the Hague System: https://lnkd.in/eRm4WNGg • Celebrating 100 Years of Design Protection website: https://lnkd.in/eT9eyGHW • WIPO Magazine article on “100 years of design protection: the Hague System”: 100 years of design protection: https://lnkd.in/en6GeDFM • Hague System website: https://lnkd.in/ehaFKS35 • A comprehensive guide to the Hague System: https://lnkd.in/e8FzG9eF • Hague System information kit: https://lnkd.in/eafZQERX • Hague Express Database providing free access to status and historical information regarding international design registrations: https://lnkd.in/exqHjByP • Statistics on the Hague System: https://lnkd.in/ea_hp_kz • “Design Talks” podcast: https://lnkd.in/ekzPJFtu • Information and resources on the Hague Agreement: https://lnkd.in/eKpv5Ueh #WIPO #WIPOknowledge #Hague100 #HagueSystem

How can least developed countries (LDCs) better fight non-communicable diseases, including cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular conditions? A new WIPO-led study looks at the potential of innovation in and access to advanced medical devices and diagnostics (MedTech) to enhance prevention, diagnosis and treatment for patients in LDCs. Based on the triple helix model of innovation involving governments, businesses and academic institutions, and drawing on case studies from Bangladesh and Rwanda, the study explores challenges and highlights opportunities for MedTech innovation and access in LDCs, covering intellectual property, regulatory systems, financing, training and skills development, and more. WIPO collaborated with the UN Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries and Medtronic on this study. • Access the publication online: https://lnkd.in/eBhnNkxB • Download the PDF: https://lnkd.in/gP_fxqqS • Read the Executive Summary: https://lnkd.in/g8i7kEnY #WIPO #WIPOknowledge #MedTech #Innovation #LDCs

Can green technologies power Asia-Pacific’s growth while driving forward the energy transition? WIPO’s new Green Technology Book – Expo Edition showcases over 200 energy technologies and solutions from across the region – spanning agriculture and fisheries to transport, water utilities, rural households and urban infrastructure. Launched with the support of Funds-in-Trust Japan Industrial Property Global Japan Patent Office at EXPO 2025 Osaka, Japan, the book serves as a practical resource for policymakers, practitioners, investors and the general public, highlighting technologies that are commercially available or nearing market readiness. • Read the key findings in the Executive summary: https://lnkd.in/d6KVKWJ7 • Browse the report by chapter: https://lnkd.in/dxHkErCN • Download a copy of the full report in English or Japanese: https://lnkd.in/gytrShm4 • Explore more energy solutions in the WIPO GREEN Database: https://lnkd.in/dR9kW_ic #WIPOknowledge #wipoGREEN

What is intellectual property valuation – and why does it matter for technology transfer? Determining the monetary value of IP assets emerging from universities and research institutions poses unique challenges compared to traditional IP asset valuation for established businesses. Yet, from structuring a licensing deal to raising funds and managing changes in asset ownership, IP valuation is critical for successful technology transfer which turns research outcomes into societal and commercial impact. WIPO’s new “Intellectual Property Valuation Basics for Technology Transfer Professionals” equips staff in universities and research institutions with the knowledge and tools to make confident, well-informed decisions on commercializing their institutions’ valuable IP assets. Providing foundational knowledge and tools to apply practical valuation methods, the guide empowers technology transfer offices to assess early-stage innovations effectively. It covers market, cost, and income approaches, emphasizing practical application even when data is limited or ambiguous. Throughout the guide, case study examples help users navigate each stage of the IP valuation process. • Read online: https://lnkd.in/g_eqefM7 • Download the PDF: https://lnkd.in/gcKrxrmm Related publications on technology transfer and IP valuation: • A Primer on Technology Transfer in the Field of Biotechnology: https://lnkd.in/gpPbHaRf • Intellectual Property Valuation Basics in Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals: https://lnkd.in/gSXnWMB2 #WIPO #WIPOknowledge #IntellectualProperty #TechnologyTransfer #Innovation #IPvaluation #AcademicResearch #LifeSciences

Fashion is a USD 1.7 trillion global industry driving economic development and employment around the world. But it also poses significant environmental challenges including carbon emissions and industrial water pollution. WIPO's ”Sustainable Fashion Technologies: Stitching sustainability into style” report showcases a selection of sustainable technologies designed to reduce fashion's environmental footprint, ranging from lab-grown cotton to bio-based polyester and waste-to-fiber recycling. • Read key findings in the Executive summary: https://lnkd.in/gR7UkMRb • Explore the full report by chapter: https://lnkd.in/gnP8i2Vs • Download a copy of the full report: https://lnkd.in/gt_8GUKW • Browse more sustainable textile technologies at https://lnkd.in/gkn7xcms #WIPOknowledge #wipoGREEN #SustainableFashion #FashionTechnology #FastFashion

Global innovation in focus 🔎 The 2025 edition of WIPO’s Global Innovation Index (GII) takes an in-depth look at the state of global innovation, analyzing the innovation performance of nearly 140 economies and uncovering the trends that shape how ideas emerge, spread, and scale across borders. Themed “Innovation at a Crossroads: Charting the Future”, the GII helps policymakers, business leaders and researchers track and understand global innovation trends and opportunities. Explore key insights and resources: • GII 2025 overview: https://lnkd.in/e2JQDstS • Rankings and key findings: https://lnkd.in/eAYqxbPy • Full report: https://lnkd.in/eWCGFrAu • Data explorer and economy profiles: https://lnkd.in/gSYw7Gtw • Global Innovation Tracker: https://lnkd.in/gYdNmAs9 • Press release: https://lnkd.in/gnNzgGni • Data download: https://lnkd.in/gpuKapuB • Information and social media kit: https://lnkd.in/geh_uKnn #WIPO #WIPOknowledge #GlobalInnovationIndex #GII2025 #Innovation

Intellectual property reference materials are a crucial resource for researchers, policymakers and other stakeholders analyzing and influencing IP policy and practice. WIPO’s Knowledge Repository offers a reliable and comprehensive curated collection of some 45,000 IP resources ranging from journal articles to books, working papers, and datasets. Search the Repository at: https://lnkd.in/dFbNmpec Browse different collections at: https://lnkd.in/eznfEQu3 For further information about WIPO Knowledge Center services, resources, spaces and other information, consult: https://lnkd.in/ecqNrMrr #WIPOknowledge #IPResources #IPknowledge