Overview
Protect your innovations with our comprehensive patent services. We handle everything from prior art search to patent grant, supporting both Indian and UK patent applications. With the increasing importance of intellectual property in academia and industry, securing patents for your inventions adds significant value to your research profile and can generate revenue through licensing.
Why Patents Matter for Researchers
Patents represent a crucial intersection of research and real-world impact. For academic researchers, patents demonstrate that your work has practical applications beyond publications. Universities and funding agencies increasingly value patent filings as evidence of innovation and potential for technology transfer. For faculty promotions, patents contribute to API scores and demonstrate research excellence. For PhD scholars, patents based on thesis work strengthen your profile for academic and industry positions. For entrepreneurs and startups, patents protect your competitive advantage and attract investors. Our patent services help researchers navigate the complex world of intellectual property, turning innovative ideas into protected assets.
Indian Patent System Overview
The Indian patent system, governed by the Patents Act 1970 (as amended), provides protection for inventions that are novel, non-obvious, and capable of industrial application. Patents in India are granted for 20 years from the filing date. The Indian Patent Office operates through four branches in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata. The patent process involves filing an application, publication after 18 months, examination upon request, and grant after addressing any objections. India follows a first-to-file system, making early filing advantageous. Our services guide you through this process, ensuring proper documentation, timely filings, and effective responses to examination reports.
Understanding Utility vs Design Patents
Utility patents and design patents protect different aspects of an invention. Utility patents protect the functional aspects of how an invention works. They cover new processes, machines, compositions of matter, and improvements thereof. Utility patents are more valuable for protecting core innovations but require demonstrating novelty and non-obviousness. Design patents protect the ornamental or aesthetic appearance of an article. They cover the visual characteristics of shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation. Design patents are easier to obtain but offer narrower protection limited to the specific appearance. We help you determine which type of patent protection best suits your innovation and can assist with filing both types.
Prior Art Search and Patentability Assessment
Before investing in patent filing, it is essential to assess whether your invention is likely to be patentable. Our prior art search examines existing patents, publications, and public disclosures that may affect your patent's novelty or non-obviousness. We search major patent databases including USPTO, EPO, WIPO, and the Indian Patent Office, as well as academic literature and technical publications. Based on this search, we provide a patentability assessment evaluating the likelihood of patent grant and suggesting strategies to strengthen your application. This preliminary analysis saves time and money by identifying potential obstacles early and helps refine your claims for maximum protection.
Patent Drafting and Prosecution
A well-drafted patent application is crucial for securing broad, enforceable protection. Our patent drafting services include preparing detailed specifications that fully disclose your invention, crafting claims that define the scope of protection sought, creating drawings and diagrams that illustrate the invention, and writing abstracts and summaries for publication. After filing, we handle patent prosecution, which includes responding to examination reports, addressing objections raised by examiners, and negotiating claim amendments if necessary. Our goal is to secure the broadest possible protection for your invention while meeting all statutory requirements. For UK patents, we follow UKIPO procedures and can advise on international filing strategies through the PCT system.
Our Patent Services Services
Complete filing support for utility and design patents with the Indian Patent Office including form preparation, fee management, and all required documentation for individual and institutional applicants.
International patent protection through UK Intellectual Property Office filings with proper documentation. Guidance on PCT applications for broader international coverage.
Professional patent drafting with comprehensive claims, specifications, and drawings by experienced patent professionals. Complete specifications that fully disclose and protect your invention.
Thorough prior art searches across global databases and patentability assessments to evaluate novelty, non-obviousness, and strengthen your application strategy.
End-to-end prosecution support including office action responses, examination handling, and claim negotiations to secure maximum protection for your invention.
Full support until you receive your patent grant certificate with all documentation organized for your records and future licensing or enforcement needs.
Key Benefits
- Protect your intellectual property legally
- Expert patent drafting by qualified professionals
- Both Indian and UK patents available
- Comprehensive prior art search included
- Grant certificate support with high success rate
- Add valuable patents to your academic profile
- Licensing and commercialization guidance available
How It Works
- 1Innovation disclosure and initial assessment consultation
- 2Prior art search and patentability analysis report
- 3Patent drafting with comprehensive claims and specifications
- 4Application filing with the appropriate patent office
- 5Prosecution including examination responses and amendments
- 6Grant certificate procurement and documentation
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