Patent Strategy: For Researchers and Research Managers [Paperback]

H. Jackson Knight (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 16, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0471492612 | ISBN-13: 978-0471492610 | Edition: 2

As individuals and companies realise the importance of their inventions, issues surrounding patent laws and practices are taking centre stage around the world.
This updated edition of the best selling book has been expanded to keep pace with modern day movements and addresses the global issue surrounding intellectual property. Including new information on areas such as software and biotechnology it shows the techniques that can be used by individuals and academic inventors to protect their work and is the ideal reference source.
* Bridges the gap between the legal system and scientific research and avoids legal jargon
* Details the reasons behind patents, their importance and relevance to all researchers and the strategy needed for filing for a patent
* Focuses on the strategy and reasons rather than just being a textbook of patent law
* Adopts a readable style that explains the basics right up to developing a strategy
* Essential reading for all those who wish to keep pace and protect their work

Reviews of the First Edition
"...fulfills a most useful purpose, is soundly based and discusses patent strategy sensibly. I should like it to be compulsory reading for all newly-appointed research managers." S. M Scott - Research Policy

"...should be recommended reading for both researchers and their managers, and those who work with them." Michael Blackman - Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology

Editorial Reviews

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"The book does a nice job of explaining many aspects of the patent system .. I can recommend it for managing types". (Internet Patents News, 19th July 2001)

"well written in a straightforward manner" (Chemistry Industry, September 2001)

"A basic guide introducing...strategic thinking as applied to patent applications and patent portfolios, and to intellectual  property concepts..." (SciTech Book News, Vol. 25, No. 4,  December 2001)

"...This handy book provides the researcher with useful guidance on how to maximise the benefit of their inventiveness..." (Journal of Chemical Technology Biotechnology, Vol.77, 2002)

"...a superbly written reference text..." (Industrial Robot, Vol.29, No.2, 2002) 

"...Knight has a concise, readable style, breaking down complex terminology into easily comprehensible concepts.." (Pest Management Science, October 2002)

"...the potential value of the guidance given could make this a worthwhile investment to the innovative researcher..." (Jnl of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology, October 2002)

From the Publisher

This book helps scientists decide if a patent is needed and how to develop patent strategies. It shows them how to protect their research by filing the best possible patent and maintaining the strongest patent portfolio. Unravels the legal complexities of the patent process. Provides practical advice on filing an application and dealing with lawyers. Includes tables on filing fees and charts to aid in the decision making process. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 220 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (August 16, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471492612
• ISBN-13: 978-0471492610
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #991,097 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One patent book that is worth the money, October 1, 2004

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This review is from: Patent Strategy: For Researchers and Research Managers (Paperback)

There are too many books about patents these days that are written by consultants (including lawyers-turned-consultants). Most of them are fluff that try to promote some new buzzword, like "intellectual capital management." There's nothing wrong with having a broad and managerial view about intellectual property, but unfortunately most such books are filled with useless consultant-style diagrams and vague notions such as that intellectual asset managers' duties include "sharing best practices", "leadership", and of course "career development for IAMs."

In sharp contrast, this is one of the few books to get into the nuts and bolts of what best patent practices actually are. It's also considerably cheaper than books available from the major legal publishers.

The explanation is clear, and addressed to non-lawyers. A major benefit is that it has a very global view, discussing patent regimes of several major countries, not just the US. In my experience, most tech companies are very naive about such matters. The author also has a lot of practical experience and insight into the personality types of engineers, patent agents and others involved in the patent process. One thing I'd like to see in a 3rd edition would be more concrete illustration of patent "fences", "walls", etc. perhaps by showing some illustrative patents and claims.

As a patent and business attorney who's practiced both at law firms and in-house in Silicon Valley, I found this to be a very refreshing book. I'm considering ordering some copies for clients.

6 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice and friendly thinking about Patent, August 10, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Patents Strategy: For Researchers and Research Managers (Paperback)

For most persons, patent or trademark, such verbs of IPR, are almost very hard to be familiar with. However, after reading this book, I got used and interested in reading related articles or jounals. Sometimes, I even enjoy discussing such matters with others. What is more is it is surely practical and useful for managers or business persons. With the progressively trend of IPR, getting a opning book to enter this new world is so critical and having no choice. However, we could be a little frustrated with some tricking or unfamiliar verbs while reading some related IPR writtings. Fortunately, I got this book and really enjoy it. I fully am sure to recommand this book for the above-mentioned reasons. In addition to me, most of the classmates in the university could enjoy it and find much instriction or delighting in this book. From then on, we have started to research such knowledge. Even, I back to office-career now. My boss have told me to read this book to improve self-knowledge to be a good role in our technology market. This book is just so fancy. And everyone will be very enjoyed it with reading it.