http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/13377 Search the Channel search http://nopr.niscair.res.in/simple-search http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/13414 Title: Compulsory Licensing: For Better or For Worse, the Done Deal Lies in the Balance <br/> <br/>Authors: Yang, Deli <br/> <br/>Abstract: Ever since compulsory licensing has emerged as a statutory obligation, it has been debated around the balance of interests between the general public and IP right holders. After opening two cases relevant and typical to the debate, this column clarifies compulsory licensing within the licensing contexts, and gives a brief account of its history. The focal point then centres on the main issues of compulsory licensing grants for national emergency, non-working, anti-competitive practice, non-commercial use and relevant international issues. In the end, some potential solutions are proposed. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 76-81 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/13413 Title: Stem Cell Patenting in the European Union <br/> <br/>Authors: Cook, Trevor <br/> <br/>Abstract: As a European intellectual property lawyer, the author is often struck by the amount of comparative analysis in the area of intellectual property which adopts US intellectual property laws, rather than European ones, as their point of comparison. This seems strange when in many respects US intellectual property laws have their own unique features and when European such laws are often more closely aligned with the laws of most other countries in the world. This series of articles aims to expand knowledge of and to explain something of European intellectual property laws; how they got to their present state, what are current hot topics in them, where they are heading and why they matter. This third article in the series will focus on <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold;mso-bidi-font-style:italic">stem cell patenting in the European Union. </span> <br/> <br/>Page(s): 73-75 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/13412 Title: Technology Management Strategies and Small and Medium Enterprises of Punjab Manufacturing: A Use-based Sector Analysis <br/> <br/>Authors: Jain, Vijay; Kiran, Ravi <br/> <br/>Abstract: The present study tries to explore the factors that influence the growth, performance, and development of IPR attitude of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the manufacturing sector of Punjab. The aim of the present research is to examine the technology management strategies of manufacturing SMEs, primarily on the basis of use-based classification. The study is within a single region, namely, Punjab in North India, to minimize the effects of regional variation and to concentrate on this region in need of adoption of emerging technology management strategies in view of increased competition. The liberalization of the Indian economy has opened new opportunities for the manufacturing sector. The success of SMEs is widely dependent on innovations, research and development and intellectual property. It is critical not only to remain competitive but also, to gain significant advantages by developing and commercializing new technologies. In the use-based classification, three categories, namely, durable, non-durable and essential goods have been included. The results indicate that manufacturing SMEs are not active filers of IPRs and mostly file trademarks. Patent filing has been reported by firms in essential goods segment, basically in food and pharmaceutical sector. In order to enhance the IPR environment, the ‘policy initiatives’ factor is more important than the organizational factor. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 64-72 http://nopr.niscair.res.in/handle/123456789/13411 Title: Intellectual Property Rights and the Handloom Sector: Challenges in Implementation of Geographical Indications Act <br/> <br/>Authors: Vinayan, Soumya <br/> <br/>Abstract: Actors at the local, national and global level, through their policies, institutional structure and processes, influence livelihood decisions irrespective of geographical setting. The introduction of intellectual property rights (IPR) under the WTO regime demonstrates how decisions taken at an international level affect millions of livelihoods across the globe. This has necessitated national governments to introduce new laws and legislation such as the enactment of Geographical Indications Act of India in 1999. The inclusion of Geographical Indications (GIs) under the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) Agreement of WTO has been acclaimed by developing countries for its potential to boost rural development, create wealth and protect traditional knowledge. The premium consumers are willing to pay for the GI registered product is inextricably linked to the quality of the product. This calls for a thorough re-organization of the supply chain to adhere to not only quality but also to ensure that the revenue arising out of GI is distributed equally along the supply chain. This necessitates strengthening of linkages between stakeholders at all levels to foster trust and facilitate access to market. In this context, the paper examines the key challenges involved in the implementation of GIs, a key component of IPR, in the traditional livelihood sector such as handloom weaving in India, drawing on the success stories of GIs from around the world. <br/> <br/>Page(s): 55-63