On October 22 and 23, 2026, WIPO and the Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT) organize a free online training on the “Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and related WIPO initiatives”.
The training is designed for startups in deep tech and emerging sectors, entrepreneurs, researchers and other stakeholders across Tamil Nadu’s IP and innovation ecosystem, whether they are preparing a first international filing or developing a global patent strategy.
It explores how the PCT System can help protect an invention internationally, and provides an overview of the WIPO tools, support, and initiatives available to innovators, including practical guidance on taking ideas to market through IP commercialization strategy.
Event details
Dates: October 22 and 23, 2026
Time: 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. Geneva time
Format: Online
Language: English
Registration: Free
Key Speakers
- Ms. Vanitha Venugopal, Chief Executive Officer, Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT), Chennai
- Ms. Christine Bonvallet, Director, PCT International Cooperation Division, PCT Legal and International Affairs Department, WIPO
- Ms. Anjali Aeri, Counsellor, PCT International Cooperation Division, PCT Legal and International Affairs Department, WIPO
- Mr. Roberto Perez-Gomes, Program Officer, Office Services Section, PCT International Cooperation Division, PCT Legal and International Affairs Department, WIPO
What to expect
- Learn how a single international patent application (PCT System) can help you seek protection in more than 150 countries
- Find out how the PCT System gives you more time to assess the commercial potential of your invention, secure funding, and plan your next steps before committing to costs in individual countries
- Explore how to file an international application step by step through a live ePCT demonstration
- Discover how to search millions of patent documents with PATENTSCOPE to check what already exists and track technology trends
- Explore how WIPO GREEN connects providers of sustainable technologies with partners and investors
- Gain insights directly from WIPO and iTNT experts
Questions or comments?
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