In a significant legal victory for Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc., a Delaware district court has ruled in favor of the company’s arguments concerning patent infringement and validity, providing crucial protection for its flagship product, Nuplazid. The ruling reinforces Acadia’s intellectual property rights and ensures continued exclusivity for the formulation of the drug, which is widely used […]
In a significant achievement for innovation and entrepreneurship in academia, a group of student-entrepreneurs and faculty members from Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, have been granted a patent for their novel food-truck design. The intellectual property, which blends utility with cutting-edge design features, is the brainchild of Prof. Ashish Dahiya and Sahil Saran, along with
MU Ionic Solutions Corporation (MUIS), a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation and UBE Corporation, has entered into a significant patent licensing agreement with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a global leader in energy storage and electric vehicle battery technologies. The agreement grants CATL access to MUIS’s patented lithium-ion battery (LIB) technologies, particularly in the
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published a new patent application from Apple Inc. that unveils a potential leap in gesture recognition and object interaction technology for future electronic devices. The patent, titled “Electronic Devices with Antennas and VSWR Sensors for Object Detection,” outlines a system that utilizes wireless circuitry, multiple antennas, and
Maruti Suzuki has officially patented its upcoming electric SUV, the e-Vitara, in India, marking a significant step towards its anticipated launch in September 2025. This move positions Maruti Suzuki to compete in the rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) market in India. Design and PlatformThe e-Vitara is built on the Heartect-e platform, a collaboration between Suzuki
In a landmark judgment, the Delhi High Court has provided critical clarity on the interpretation and application of Section 3(d) of the Indian Patents Act, 1970, particularly in cases concerning pharmaceutical innovations. The decision, rendered in the matter of Ischemix LLC v. The Controller of Patents, emphasizes the standards of patentability and the admissibility of
India has achieved a significant milestone in the global race for next-generation wireless technology by ranking among the top six nations in 6G patent filings. This advancement underscores the country’s growing influence in shaping the future of telecommunications. Strategic Push for 6G LeadershipUnder the ‘Bharat 6G Vision,’ India aims to become a leader in the
Trina Solar, a global leader in photovoltaic (PV) technology, has emerged at the forefront of perovskite solar cell innovation, boasting a significant portfolio of patents in this cutting-edge field. The company’s extensive research and development efforts have positioned it as a key player in advancing perovskite-based solar technologies. Pioneering Perovskite Innovations Since initiating research into
In a significant move to strengthen the intellectual property (IP) landscape within Karnataka’s academic institutions, the International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) organized a one-day workshop titled “Patent Proficiency for Academic Innovators.” The event, held under the New Age Innovation Network (NAIN) 2.0 program, aimed to equip students, faculty, and innovators with practical knowledge
In a major milestone for sustainable technology, New Zealand-based clean-tech company CarbonScape has been officially granted a European Union patent for its innovative biographite production process. The development is expected to dramatically reshape the electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain by offering an eco-friendly alternative to traditional graphite—a key material in lithium-ion batteries. The Challenge
