Building on Episode 3, which explores the benefits of patent protection, this episode takes you through the patent application process, highlights common mistakes and explores options for commercialising a patented invention.
Host Lisa Cohen (Director of Public Education) continues the conversation with patent examiners Lachlan Lo and Samantha Saals from IP Australia, who share practical insights on creating a strong IP strategy. This episode also features the story of Scoot Boot – an Australian business that expanded globally by securing patent protection across multiple jurisdictions.
Whether you’re working independently or collaborating with others, this episode explores how to maximise the value of your invention once patent protection is in place.
In this episode, we explore:
- key steps in the standard patent application process
- common mistakes and how to avoid them
- managing rejections and waiting periods
- international patent protection
- responsibilities as a patent owner
- infringement, collaboration and commercialisation considerations
- collaboration and IP ownership agreements.
For general enquiries, call 1300 651 010 or email outreach@ipaustralia.gov.au.
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Further reading:
- How to commercialise my IP
- Commercialisation and collaboration
- The Patent Cooperation Treaty
- Patent case studies
- Someone is using my IP
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The content shared in this podcast is intended only to provide generalised information about intellectual property principles, and is not to be taken as legal, business or other professional advice. We do not accept legal responsibility regarding the accuracy and reliability of the information provided, and if you require guidance specific to your situation, you should consider seeking professional advice.