Smart IP Strategy for Life Sciences Startups

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Smart IP Strategy for Life Sciences Startups

14 Oct 2026 · 14:00 – 18:00 · Lausanne

About this event

This workshop is designed for entrepreneurs in the life science industry to develop a robust intellectual property (IP) strategy crucial for commercial success. It emphasizes the importance of deliberate IP management in a sector where collaborations and research outcomes are vital.

What to expect

  • Gain a deeper understanding of how to protect your know-how
  • Learn to avoid common pitfalls in IP management
  • Discuss specific patent requirements and obstacles in life science
  • Explore research and collaboration contracts and information exchange
  • Review a successful startup's IP portfolio through a case study

Agenda

1. Specific patent requirements Discussion on patent needs and challenges in life science. 2. Research and collaboration contracts Insights into agreements for information exchange. 3. Case study presentation Illustrating a successful IP portfolio development.

Who should attend

This event is ideal for entrepreneurs and startups actively involved in the life science sector who need to develop or refine their intellectual property strategy for commercial success.

About the host

Venturelab runs this workshop together with Rentsch Partner, a Swiss IP law firm whose patent attorneys lead the sessions.

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