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In the medical industry, innovation is not enough. Even the most advanced and cutting-edge technology can prove useless if it doesn’t address the real needs of its users — both patients and medical staff. This is where the key concept of product-market fit comes in. Product-market fit refers to aligning a product with the market …
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The distribution of profits from commercialization, as stipulated in the Regulations on the Management of Copyrights and Related Rights, Industrial Property Rights, and Commercialization Principles at the Medical University of Gdańsk, which is Annex No. 1 to Resolution No. 48/2017 of the MUG Senate dated November 27, 2017, is as follows: Why Does the University …
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The European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) has announced a tender under the EU4Health program for: 🚀 Development of a Rapid, Portable Medical Device for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing (AST) 🚀 The goal is to create a device that provides AST results within one hour of sample collection and, ideally, also identifies pathogens responsible for …
The commercialization of medical innovations requires more than just great ideas—it demands collaboration with the right partners. Whether developing a new medical device, therapy, or diagnostic technology, establishing strong industry connections is crucial for success. At the Medical University of Gdańsk, the Technology Transfer Office (TTO) facilitates partnerships with industry to support the further development …
Public universities play a crucial role in the development of science and technology, often engaging in various collaborations with the private sector, public administration, and other research centers. In this context, university formalism is sometimes perceived as a barrier that hinders flexibility. However, in reality, it serves fundamental protective functions for both the university and …
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A patent attorney is a specialist in the field of intellectual property protection, responsible for representing individuals, companies, and institutions — such as universities — in matters concerning the protection of inventions, trademarks, utility models, industrial designs, and other intellectual property rights. Their work plays a key role in securing rights to innovations and supporting …
A trademark is any sign used to designate goods or services, aiming to distinguish them from those of other businesses. It can take the form of a word, logo, image, slogan, product shape, color, or even a sound. A trademark serves an identification function, helping consumers easily recognize the origin of a given product or …
In today’s rapidly evolving medical landscape, the certification of medical devices plays a crucial role in ensuring product quality and safety. The relevant regulations on medical devices were introduced into Polish law by the Act of May 20, 2010, on Medical Devices, along with its implementing regulations. The process of obtaining medical device certification is …
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As the cost of patent protection is not low, and typically several patent applications may be made during the course of a given project, it is worth calculating and planning for these costs as early as the grant budget stage, when applying for funding. The cost of patent protection depends primarily on the geographical area …
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