Expert session on Patents and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

The Chandigarh College of Technology (CCT) conducted an expert session on Patents and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) on 17th April, from 12 PM to 1 PM in Block 6, with Dr. Dinesh, Head of the IPR Cell at CGC, serving as the keynote speaker. The session emphasized the crucial role of patents in fostering innovation and securing competitive advantages for startups.Dr. Dinesh shared valuable insights into the entire patent lifecycle, from filing procedures to the final grant process, underscoring how patents serve as vital assets for entrepreneurs. The session was highly interactive, with faculty members actively engaging and seeking clarifications on various aspects of patent applications and legal protections.Such initiatives are key to cultivating an innovation-driven mindset within academic institutions and building stronger links between research and commercialization. The event concluded with a shared commitment to promoting patent literacy and supporting emerging inventors.