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Polylaminin is a synthetic biological substance developed in the laboratory from a protein naturally produced by the body called laminin, with promising potential for the treatment of acute spinal cord injuries that cause paralysis. Behind this innovation is researcher Tatiana Sampaio, a Brazilian scientist whose research gained significant recognition and
One of the greatest challenges in addressing electronic games lies in explaining their technical and legal concepts to individuals who do not necessarily play or have had direct contact with video games. With this in mind, it is worthwhile to return to the beginning. The year was 2001, and you
The Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (INPI) has proposed the regulation of Alternative Claims (Alternative QRs) for patent applications, allowing the submission of different versions of claims within the same petition during the first technical examination on the merits. Although this practice has already been accepted, there had been no
Black Friday always brings tempting offers, but it also increases the circulation of counterfeit products due to the difficulty of identifying them among legitimate items. The recent case of beverages adulterated with methanol, which caused poisonings and deaths in São Paulo, shows the real risk of purchasing products outside reliable
In recent months, viral videos on social media have revealed what many had already suspected: a significant portion of luxury brand products are manufactured through outsourcing, often in countries with more favorable labor laws and lower production costs. These products, now caught in broader geopolitical power struggles involving international tariffs
▪️ Luxury Under Scrutiny: The Brazilian luxury brand Tânia Bulhões Dishes Buzz and the Importance of Intellectual Property. Recently, the luxury Brazilian brand Tânia Bulhões found itself at the center of a controversy involving authenticity and intellectual property rights. It all started when a consumer found, in a store in
Carnival is not just about partying – it is also a major driver of the Brazilian economy! In 2024, the National Confederation of Commerce (CNC) estimated that the festival generated an impressive R$ 12 billion (over 2 billion dollars), a 2.1% increase over the previous year. With this economic boom,
We are pleased to announce our attendance in the 147th Annual Meeting of the International Trademark Association (INTA), which will take place from May 17 to 21, 2025, in San Diego, California. This is one of the leading global events on Intellectual Property, bringing together professionals and experts to debate
The protection of intellectual property is a key factor in driving innovation, ensuring that inventors and creators have the security to develop new technologies. A solid IP system encourages research and development, promoting the country’s economic and social growth. Currently, although Brazil ranks in 50th in the Global Innovation Index
Bioinputs are biological products derived from microorganisms, plant extracts and other natural materials that help in agricultural and livestock production. They perform functions such as pest control, fertilization, growth stimulation and strengthening of plants and animals, promoting more sustainable cultivation. With the enactment of Law 15.070/2024, which establishes a regulatory
Na União Europeia (UE), os slogans podem ser registrados como marcas verbais, desde que sejam distintivos e capazes de identificar produtos ou serviços de uma empresa. A proteção segue o Regulamento (UE) 2017/1001, que estabelece as regras para o registro de marcas na UE. Nos Estados Unidos, o registro
A crucial step for protecting slogans is to establish its precedence, to avoid disputes over its creation date. Therefore, the following strategies can be adopted: Filing a trademark application: Apply to register the slogan as a trademark before the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO). Even if the application
ARARIPE is a law office specialized in the area of Intellectual Property, with tradition in the execution of successful works in the advisory, litigation, administrative and judicial contexts
