October 27, 2026 Virtual (Spanish)
This workshop adopts a practical, case-based approach to the analysis of complex patent applications currently pending a decision in Peru. A case is selected among Biotechnology inventions. The case is reviewed by an international or regional expert and discussed in round-table sessions with participating examiners to strengthen the application of patentability criteria and harmonize examination practices in Peru. By invitation only.
October 27, 2026 Virtual (French)
11:00 - 13:15 Yaoundé time
By invitation only.||This webinar, organized by WIPO in collaboration with the African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI), offers intellectual property (IP) experts a refresher on key procedures under the Patent|Cooperation Treaty (PCT). Participants receive practical guidance on using ePCT to process and manage international applications.||The webinar also provides an overview of the services of WIPO International Cooperation on Search and Examination, including training in substantive patent examination, and of the tools, programs, and services that support work-sharing and cooperation among IP offices.
October 22 to October 23, 2026 Virtual (English)
09:30 - 12:30 Geneva time
This webinar is intended for startups, innovators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and stakeholders interested in IP and innovation ecosystems, in Tamil Nadu. Whether you are preparing your first international filing or building a global patent strategy, this training covers the PCT System pathway for international patent protection, includes a practical filing demonstration using the ePCT, and shows how PATENTSCOPE can support global patent intelligence. It also introduces WIPO GREEN and its opportunities for sustainable technologies and offers guidance on IP commercialization strategies to help you take your innovation from idea to market. This free webinar is presented in collaboration with Tamil Nadu Technology Hub (iTNT).
WIPO/PCT/ADV/GE/26
September 30 to October 1, 2026 (Geneva, Switzerland) Onsite (English)
09:00 - 17:00 Geneva time
September 29, 2026 Virtual (Spanish)
This workshop adopts a practical, case-based approach to the analysis of complex patent applications currently pending a decision in Peru. A case is selected among Biotechnology inventions. The case is reviewed by an international or regional expert and discussed in round-table sessions with participating examiners to strengthen the application of patentability criteria and harmonize examination practices in Peru. By invitation only.
September 17, 2026 Virtual (English)
16:00 - 17:00 Geneva time
September 16, 2026 Virtual (English)
07:30 - 11:00 Geneva time
September 8, 2026 Virtual (Russian)
10:00 - 13:30 Geneva time
The webinar focuses on filing an international application via ePCT and includes a live demonstration. The live demonstration shows participants how to: create a new PCT application; fill in a request form (PCT/RO/101); sign declarations and a power for a patent attorney or representative, upload a description, claims and drawings; sign the PCT application; file the PCT application in ePCT.
WIPO/PCT/BGI/26
September 2 to September 4, 2026 (Bridgetown, Barbados) Onsite
August 25, 2026 Virtual (Spanish)
This workshop adopts a practical, case-based approach to the analysis of complex patent applications currently pending a decision in Ecuador. A case is selected among Chemical and pharmaceutical inventions. The case is reviewed by an international or regional expert and discussed in round-table sessions with participating examiners to strengthen the application of patentability criteria and harmonize examination practices in Ecuador. By invitation only.