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Biotechnological inventions

These are inventions related to biological material. (European Patent Convention Rule 26.2).

Biological material

Any material of human and/or other species origin that is related to human health, such as blood, plasma, serum, or saliva.

Right to data portability

Refers to the right of users to transfer their personal data from one company to another, instead of the data being exclusively owned by the collecting company.

Obsolescence

Is the process by which something becomes outdated and is no longer useful or effective for its original purpose. This can be due to various factors, such as the introduction of new and improved technologies, changes in consumer preferences, wear and degradation over time, among others. Obsolescence can apply to many different areas, from technology and electronics to consumer products and fashion.

Standard essential patents

Also known as standard-essential patents, are patents granted for inventions that serve to establish a technical standard. Technical standards are specifications and norms set in an industry to ensure that products and services are interoperable and safe.