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BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grant

Latin America’s Intellectual Property (IP) landscape is both fragmented and dynamic. Domestic regulation and a network of international agreements have led to not only a lack of harmonisation but also compatibility across regional countries. This project awarded to Dr Suelen Carls through a BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grant will focus on the key determinants of this… Read more » about BA/Leverhulme Small Research Grant

CIPPM Researcher Uncovers the Hidden Narrative of Motion Picture Invention

The invention of motion pictures wasn’t a single eureka moment, but rather a complex interplay of science, technology, art, and law. During Dr Claudy Op den Kamp’s Lemelson Center fellowship, she explored this rich history through an unexpected lens: copyright registration practices. At the centre of this story is the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893,… Read more » about CIPPM Researcher Uncovers the Hidden Narrative of Motion Picture Invention

Mermaids, Myths, and Copyright: A Dive into Cultural Storytelling

The enduring appeal of mermaid stories and their complex relationship with copyright law took centre stage in a recent episode of BBC’s Free-Thinking podcast. Hosted by Shahidha Bari, the discussion brought together experts to explore how these maritime legends continue to captivate and evolve across different cultures and media. The timing was particularly relevant, coinciding… Read more » about Mermaids, Myths, and Copyright: A Dive into Cultural Storytelling

Copyright in the Metaverse

This project funded by the Japan Society for the Promotion of Sciene (JSPS) analyses UK and Japanese copyright laws and how they relate to the Metaverse. The project was awarded to Professor Dinusha Mendis to take up a short term invitational professorship at Waseda University Tokyo from July – October 2023. It was carried out… Read more » about Copyright in the Metaverse