IP around the World
How Medtech is Bringing Affordable Cancer Care to Rural Communities in Cameroon
Too few women are screened for cancer in rural communities and medtech can bridge these gaps. Read how GIC Space provides breast and cervical cancer screenings to thousands of women via their flagship project.
The Phryges – Paris 2024 Mascots Star as Olympic Merchandise
The Phryges are the official Paris 2024 mascots and feature on Olympic merchandise. Find out about the many IP rights that protect any Olympic mascot.
How Kenya’s new movie platform is tackling piracy – and putting African content first
Piracy is prevalent in Kenya, robbing content owners of valuable revenue. Now a new digital movie distribution platform is fighting back.
Shining a light on Alaskan Tlingit Art and Culture through Commercial Collaborations
James Johnson is an award-winning Tlingit artist and carver, born and raised in Juneau, Alaska. He’s designed collections for renowned brands such as Vans and Slowtide. Here he shares his insights on when to say yes to new opportunities and how to protect your own work and traditions.
Harnessing the value of creativity in the Caribbean with IP
Jihan Williams is the Registrar of the St. Kitts and Nevis IP office and reveals how she raises IP awareness among creatives in the Caribbean. She also showcases her passion for the arts and advocacy as an author unafraid of trying personal subjects.
Patent Data Show One-Third of Inventions Relate to the SDGs
Christopher Harrison introduces a new WIPO patent analytics report showing the impact of intellectual property in advancing global sustainability efforts. Using technical information in patent data seldom published elsewhere to map the intersections between patents and the UN Sustainable Development Goals reveals robust relations and emerging connections.
Closing the Gender Gap in Patents Across Latin America
The Global Intellectual Property Alliance is tackling the prevalent gender gap within the IP sector. Women inventors still account for less than a quarter of patent applications. So, in a busy first year, GLIPA teamed up with the Mexican think tank CAIINNO to better understand the gender IP gap in Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Mexico.
Tourism Inclusion for All - Fostering Social Entrepreneurship in Uganda
TIFA is a social enterprise that supports the livelihood of local communities in Uganda. Discover how they help promote traditional knowledge.
Authenticity at the Heart of Mi’kmaw Cultural Tourism
Shannon Monk, an Indigenous (Mi’kmaw /Anishininew) woman from Canada, believes that cultural tourism is a natural opportunity for Indigenous peoples in Canada to reclaim and re-build their cultural heritage. Registering the Mi’kmaw cultural tourism brand is an important step in that journey.
Natural Solutions To Battle Microplastics
Lactips is rethinking plastic with its fully biodegradable natural milk-derived bio-material alternative.
Peruvian Filmmaker Rossana Díaz Costa on her Passion for Cinema and an Hispanic Classic
A self-confessed “movie maniac,” Peruvian author and filmmaker Rosanna Díaz Costa talks about her passion for literature and film and what it took to bring the movie adaptation of the Peruvian classic, A World for Julius, to the big screen.
Mexican Nano-Based Drug Delivery System Set to Boost Global Eye Health
Mexican startup CRMQ promise to boost global eye health with its new nano-based drug delivery system for treating retinopathy
WIPO Academy – Building Practical IP Skills for Growth and Development
Now in its 25th year, the WIPO Academy, the world’s leading provider of IP training and education is on a mission to equip learners with the IP tools they need for success.
WIPO’s Green Technology Book: What You Can Do to Tackle Climate Change
The Green Technology Book demonstrates that there are solutions that everyone can use to tackle climate change. Find out what you can do today to help overcome these challenges.
Westwell's Smart Port Technology For a Sustainable Supply Chain
China’s Westwell leverages AI to cut pollution and reduce waste in major seaports.
Air Quality Monitoring for a Healthier Environment for All
Slovenia’s Aerosol Magee Scientific, a leading developer of air quality monitoring systems keeps an eye on air quality to help reduce pollution and negative health effects.
Nigerian Author Sparks Creativity Among Young Creators
Having successfully published her first novel at the age of 21, Nigerian author Chidera Okolie aims to foster a culture of creativity among aspiring young writers in her country. Learn about Okolie's journey and her efforts to nurture Nigeria’s next generation of creatives.
Lion Lights: Shedding Light on Wildlife Protection in Africa
Young Kenyan inventor Richard Turere has developed an ingenious automated flashing light system to safeguard livestock from lions and other large predators. His foundation, Lion Lights, works with local communities across Africa, encouraging them to use this system to promote peaceful coexistence between humans and wildlife.
Upcycling, Sustainability, and IP: What It Means for the World of Fashion
As consumer awareness around sustainability grows, upcycling, thanks to its environmental benefits, is becoming one of the most popular new ways to “consume” fashion. But is it risk-free from a legal standpoint? Leading academic Irene Calboli takes a closer look at the IP issues that can arise.
SkinGourmet: Ghana’s Edible Skincare Revolution
In 2014, Ghanaian entrepreneur Violet Amoabeng began her all-natural skincare line, Skin Gourmet, which uses locally sourced ingredients that are so pure they’re edible. Amoabeng discusses the role IP plays in her business and outlines her impact-driven entrepreneurial vision.
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