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Intellectual Property- An Overview for NHS Staff
This is an overview of Intellectual Property (IP) for NHS staff. Anyone can create IP, even in the course of their usual work, and every business has some form of IP. This document will use medical and non-medical help you identify what IP is, when you might create it, why it is important, and how to protect it. Important IP processes for NHS staff will be detailed as well as considerations if the IP is commercialised.
IP is a legal framework to protect your innovation rights. It is complex and may be under-recognised, yet it may be one of the most valuable assets a business or individual holds. Professional advice should be sought at the earliest opportunity.
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This resource was developed by the Digital Health and Entrepreneurship Team at Health Education East of England.
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| Contributed by: | Digital Health and Entrepreneurship |
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| Licence: | © All rights reserved More information on licences |
| Last updated: | 17 August 2022 |
| First contributed: | 28 March 2022 |
| Audience access level: | Full user |
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