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You missed one of our online seminars? You are looking for information on a particular feature? A tutorial or short overview? #MyEPOservices Browse through our video playlists - one per official EPO language ⬇️ bit.ly/3TPOj0R

🔵 Where can you find #UnitaryPatent (UP) information? See how UP-related data appears across EPO patent information tools and services, including Espacenet and the European Patent Register. 🗂️ Find the data: bit.ly/3AdNZ4G

➡️ Universities play a growing role in European patenting. Our #EPOStudy finds that academic inventions accounted for over 10% of European patent applications from EPO member states in 2019. 📈 Follow the trend: epo.org/universities-innovat… @FraunhoferISI

🎓 How can research breakthroughs become commercially viable ventures? At #EPOUserDay 2026, hear how they nurture startups backed by robust IP strategies. Be part of the discussion: bit.ly/47vCfYI

📣 Our 2026–2027 user satisfaction survey cycle is underway. Over the coming months, invited users will share their feedback, helping guide future improvements to our services. Thank you to all who take part! Find out more 👉 bit.ly/3UoAzgJ

Get to know EPO patent information tools better. Our Patent Knowledge Nuggets series features short videos on Espacenet, the Unitary Patent Register, IPscore and more, covering specific features and practical tasks. 🎥 Watch the series 👇 bit.ly/33DKPrj

🤖 AI, mathematics and graphical user interfaces: what are the patentability challenges? Put your CII knowledge to the test with practical exercises and tutor guidance. 📅 11–18 November | 💻 Online & free 🎯 Join the workshop: bit.ly/4i2jUYf #IPTraining

🏥 Research hospitals are an important source of patented inventions. Our #EPOStudy finds that they were linked to around 17 400 European patent applications between 2001 and 2020. 🔎 See what the data reveals: epo.org/public-research-stud… @FraunhoferISI

📱 Smartphones, satellites, connected cars: standards help them work together. On 18 November, get a snapshot of today's standards and patent landscape and a glimpse into its future. Save your free spot at our forum with @ETSI_STANDARDS 👉 epo.org/standards-patents-fo…

👤 Need professional representation before the EPO? Use our searchable database to find a professional representative who can represent you before the EPO. Search the database: bit.ly/2Rc3OAk

🔭 A look at the technologies shaping our world. The Tech Fingerprint 🌀 examines different technology fields through patent data, highlighting key developments, trends and policy insights. 📩 Get the next edition on LinkedIn: bit.ly/4rVcsSu

⚖️ Two days dedicated to EPO Boards of Appeal case law. Hear about developments in European patent law and the case law and practice of the Boards of Appeal at the 2026 Case Law Conference. 📅 19–20 November 🎟️ Save your place: bit.ly/4yLaDLs #IPTraining

𝗡𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿: the patent granting process goes fully digital from 1 April 2027 New implementing measures now available: amended Rule 134 EPC clarifies how safeguards apply and what users can do if prevented from acting in time. 👉 Read more: bit.ly/4BEAkz4

Have an invention, but don’t know what comes next? 📦 Our Inventor’s handbook guides you through developing your idea and bringing it to market and covers topics such as IP, funding, market potential and more. 🧭 Follow the journey: bit.ly/3FKNFKv

⚡ Smart grids are reshaping electricity networks. Our joint #EPOStudy with @IEA finds that smart grid technologies now account for more inventions than physical grid and storage technologies combined. 📡 Follow the shift: epo.org/trends-grids

Want to know what’s next for MyEPO? At #EPOUserDay 2026, see new features that improve clarity, reliability and user-friendliness to help manage patent tasks more efficiently. 💻 Add the sessions to your agenda: bit.ly/47vCfYI

🤝 Connecting Europe’s tech innovators and investors. Our free tool, the #DeepTechFinder, helps startups identify potential investors and enables investors to discover European startups with patent applications at the EPO. 🌐 Start your search: dtf.epo.org

🧑‍🎓 A clear IP strategy can help universities make the most of their IP assets. Explore key issues in developing an IP framework that can provide value to universities, the economy and society. 📅 10, 12 & 17 November ⚡ Sign up today: bit.ly/3TOjwEv #IPTraining

📄 Our latest #EPOStudy shows that Europe’s universities are taking greater ownership of their inventions. They were applicants on 53% of European academic patents at the EPO in 2020, up from 23% in 2000. 📖 More insights 👇 epo.org/tech-transfer-study @FraunhoferISI

🇪🇺 A simpler patent system for Europe. The #UnitaryPatent offers a cost-effective option for patent protection across 18 participating EU countries, complemented by the Unified Patent Court and PMAC for dispute settlement. Want to know more? Head to 👉 epo.org/unitary-patent