IPR and innovation
IPR regimes affect the diffusion of scientific knowledge, the innovation process and, ultimately, economic performance. The following are ongoing and recently completed activities on IPR and innovation undertaken under the aegis of the OECD Committee on Scientific and Technological Policy:
• IPR, innovation and economic performance
• IPR issues in biotechnology
• IPR workshops to be held in China
• Patenting and licensing at Public Research Organisations
• Competition and co-operation in innovation