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PIUG Annual Conference 2022

by Patent Information Users Group (PIUG)

The PIUG 2022 Annual Conference, organized by the Patent Information Users Group (PIUG), is a premier event dedicated to patent information professionals. This conference offers a platform for experts to discuss the latest developments, tools, and best practices in patent information management and analysis.

Key topics covered include standard essential patents (SEPs), artificial intelligence applications in patent analysis, and the evolving role of patent information professionals. Sessions such as "An Introduction into SEPs, Standards and Standards Contribution Data Search and Analysis" and "Using AI to Determine SEP Pool Essentiality" provide insights into current challenges and innovations in the field.

The conference features a mix of in-person and virtual sessions, including workshops, panel discussions, and product reviews from leading industry sponsors. Attendees have opportunities to network with peers, engage with exhibitors, and participate in social events like the opening reception and informal dine-arounds.

This event is ideal for patent information professionals, intellectual property attorneys, and anyone involved in patent research and analysis. It offers valuable insights into current trends and technologies, as well as opportunities to connect with industry leaders and peers.

Speakers(10)

Adam Poulin-Kerstien

Dyno Therapeutics, Inc

Presented on IP issues in AAV gene therapy.

Anne Marie Clark

CAS IP Services

Shared insights on conducting comprehensive siRNA searches.

Christopher Babic

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Explained sequences processing and searching at the USPTO.

Julie Wu

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Provided strategies for effective patent searching.

Luca Falciola

Scibilis Consulting Services

Discussed search strategies and criteria for vaccines and vaccine technologies.

Lutz Weber

OntoChem GmbH

Presented on searching patents for biology-related information using natural language processing.

Ron Kaminecki

Kaminecki IP LLC

Explored biotech competitive intelligence using patent information.

Sam Winders

PatSnap

Highlighted the importance of combining human and AI-driven search strategies.

Sofia Andreeva

Digital Science

Demonstrated how to enhance patent searches with Dimensions.

Wongel Tefera

Zoetis

Discussed the future of sequence listing with WIPO ST.26.

Event Details

Date
May 1-5, 2022
5 days
Location
🇺🇸 Alexandria, United States
The Westin Alexandria
Pricing
$440 - $590
Audience
Patent information professionals, intellectual property attorneys, patent researchers, and analysts.

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