Anil Agiwal, an alumnus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, has risen to prominence as one of India’s most prolific inventors in the field of wireless communication technology. His groundbreaking work has earned him a place among the top 50 Indian innovators driving the country’s patent landscape, with over 2,000 patents filed […]
In a significant technological leap for performance motorcycling, Italian motorcycle manufacturer Ducati is reportedly developing a semi-automatic clutch system, as revealed through a recently leaked patent. The new system aims to blend traditional manual clutch controls with cutting-edge automation, signaling a potential game-changer for both racing and high-performance road bikes. Dual-Mode Clutch System Offers Versatility
In a compelling story of innovation, inclusion, and perseverance, a 15-year-old Indian-origin autistic teenager from Dubai has co-filed a U.S. patent for a revolutionary AI-powered invention aimed at addressing global challenges through inclusive design. The young innovator, Zayne Sodawaterwala, teamed up with his father, Merzi Sodawaterwala, to create what they call a “universal human invention”
A federal judge has paused a high-stakes patent dispute between global sportswear giants Nike Inc. and New Balance Athletics, Inc., granting a temporary stay in litigation as the U.S. Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) reviews several of Nike’s Flyknit patents at the heart of the case. On June 6, U.S. District Judge Julia E.
Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NASDAQ: ACAD) secured a critical legal win on Tuesday after the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit upheld the validity of the company’s composition of matter patent for its flagship drug, NUPLAZID (pimavanserin). The decision preserves Acadia’s exclusive rights under the ’740 patent and delivers a setback to challengers MSN
Shoolini University, a leading private research-focused institution in India, celebrated the fourth edition of its flagship event, Shoolini Innovation Day, on Tuesday. The annual event, spearheaded by the university’s Intellectual Property Rights Office (SIPRO), served as a vibrant platform to promote innovation, research, and intellectual property creation among students and faculty. The central theme of
India’s Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, firmly refuted recent claims of intellectual property rights (IPR) violations during a press interaction in Bern. Speaking to international media while attending high-level trade discussions in Switzerland, Goyal dismissed allegations of trademark, patent, and copyright infringement as “myths” lacking any concrete evidence. “Show me one instance
In a significant stride toward sustainable energy solutions, the University of Kerala has secured a patent for an innovative eco-friendly solar cell technology. This pioneering development stems from a collaborative effort between the University’s Departments of Physics and Botany, working under the aegis of its Translational Research and Innovation Centre (TRIC-KU). The patented technology represents
In a bold step toward space autonomy and robotic exploration, Russia has secured a patent for a revolutionary technology that will enable the automatic launch of spacecraft from an orbital station, marking a significant advancement in the country’s space capabilities. The innovation also aims to establish the world’s first drone platform in space, maintained by
Indian deep-tech startup DrivebuddyAI has been granted a patent for its driver drowsiness detection system, a major milestone in the company’s mission to enhance road safety through artificial intelligence and computer vision. The patented innovation uses advanced machine learning algorithms to detect signs of fatigue in drivers, aiming to reduce road accidents caused by human
