Fundamentals of Patenting and Licensing for Scientists and Engineers, World Scientific, 2009
Author: Matthew Ma, Ph.D.
ISBN-10: 9812834206
ISBN-13: 978-9812834201
This book is the first of its kind to teach scientists and engineers how to go beyond simply getting a patent granted. It covers various aspects, from basic concepts of patent laws, patent preparation to patent post granting, in an easy-to-understand language for inventors. It also introduces the basis of patent licensing and related business aspects, helping inventors create patents that can be better capitalized. Through the author's extensive scientific background and experience, it illustrates common pitfalls and tips on how an inventor should assist in all phases of patent filing, prosecution and licensing.
Ths books is being used for engineering innovation courses at several universities including University of California at Berkeley, University of Oslo and Rochester Institute of Technology etc.
This book is the first of its kind to teach scientists and engineers how to go beyond simply getting a patent granted. It covers various aspects, from basic concepts of patent laws, patent preparation to patent post granting, in an easy-to-understand language for inventors. It also introduces the basis of patent licensing and related business aspects, helping inventors create patents that can be better capitalized. Through the author's extensive scientific background and experience, it illustrates common pitfalls and tips on how an inventor should assist in all phases of patent filing, prosecution and licensing.
Ths books is being used for engineering innovation courses at several universities including University of California at Berkeley, University of Oslo and Rochester Institute of Technology etc.
Testmonies
“A book about patents by an engineer, for engineers … [is written in a] clear, concise fashion in which Ma explains concepts that engineers – and even my law school students – may find difficult such as dominant patents” IEEE Spectrum, October 2009
“Matthew Ma has a deep understanding of the world of patents from the legal, technology, and business perspective. However, the brilliance of his book is the reduction of complex concepts into easy to understand language. … it is great for scientists and engineers, but also a must read for technology business leaders” James Billmaier, Patent Navigation Inc. “This is an excellent and useful book meant to help both the beginners and experts, … The author gives many practical tips based on his extensive experience in patenting and in working in R&D.” Prof. Prabir Bhattacharya, IEEE Fellow, Concordia University
"Ma uses very clear and easy to read writing, the result of his extensive experience with the different aspects of the innovation, patent law, and facilitating the communication between inventors and lawyers. .. Therefore I recommend this book to all inventors for the first time in devising how to protecting their inventions Intellectual Property value." Jose J. Hernandez, Medford, USA
