The Latest from Michelson IP
Diana Torres on Joint Authorship and Work for Hire Agreements
Who owns the copyright on source code written by a freelance coder? Find out in this IP case study from ‘The Entrepreneurs Guide to IP’ featuring Diana Torres of Kirkland & Ellis!
A Q&A with Innovator Louis Foreman on Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship
Louis Foreman is the CEO of product development firm Enventys, publisher of Inventors Digest, and Entrepreneur in Residence at The McColl School of Business. We recently discussed his experiences in entrepreneurship and the importance of IP education in supporting innovation.
Student Inventors Shine at Lemelson-MIT’s EurekaFest
Lemelson-MIT’s recent ‘EurekaFest’ showcased how teams of young student inventors are addressing real-world problems with technological solutions.
Dr. Michelson Featured in Inventors Digest!
Inventors Digest highlights Dr. Gary K. Michelson’s mission to empower students and aspiring inventors with IP education.
The Alice Case, First-to-File, and more from ‘Entrepreneur’s Guide to IP’!
Our latest video clips feature USC Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship Luke Dauchot and guest lecturer Gavin Moler (Kirkland & Ellis).
Luke Dauchot and Marshall Phelps Talk Trade Secrets, Smartphone Patents, and IP at IBM!
Check out the latest video clips from ‘The Entrepreneurs Guide to IP’ featuring USC Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship Luke Dauchot (Kirkland & Ellis) and guest lecturer Marshall Phelps (IBM, Microsoft) discussing trade secrets, smartphone patents, and Phelps’ experience in IP at IBM.
Faculty from Santa Monica College Share Tips on Teaching IP
Our recent webinar “Teaching Intellectual Property Content – Reflections & Tips” features faculty from Santa Monica College sharing their experience and best practices in teaching IP at the undergraduate level.
Basics of IP Video Series now available on Vimeo!
These short-form videos can be easily adapted into your college, university, or small business development center’s online resources.
Conan O’Brien’s Joke Theft Lawsuit
Talk-show host Conan O’Brien recently came to an undisclosed settlement in joke theft lawsuit.
Michelson IP Updates – May 2019
Last Thursday, 19 exceptional inventors were inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, including the founders of BLACK+DECKER, a world leader in power tools and home utility products. Our founder, Dr. Gary K. Michelson, joined this group of the world’s greatest inventors back in 2011.
Michelson IP Updates – April 2019
Happy Spring, everyone! We had a great time connecting with many of you at the recent AUTM, USASBE, and VentureWell OPEN convenings. It’s been wonderful to hear how many of you share our passion for supporting students, entrepreneurs, and creators with foundational IP education.
Michelson IP Hosts Makerspace Leaders During make/SHIFT Summit
Click here for the press release. Irvine, CA, April 15, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This month Irvine, CA will play host to the inaugural make/SHIFT Makerspace Ecosystem Summit (make/SHIFT), presented by California Community Colleges Maker (CCC Maker),...
Intellectual Property Awareness Series Is Coming to Charlotte
Hacking IP: Considerations for Startups and Entrepreneurs is making its way to one of our nation’s most innovative communities, Charlotte, NC. The fourth stop of the multi-city IP education program presented by the Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property (Michelson IP) will be hosted at Central Piedmont Community College on March 27th.
MIIP and North Carolina’s Small Business Center Network Launch IP Education Partnership
We are proud to team up with North Carolina’s Small Business Center Network (SBCN) in our first statewide partnership designed to provide small businesses throughout the state with a wealth of free learning materials and resources that support IP protection.
Kalamazoo Valley to Offer Free Online IP Education to Students, Community Members
Kalamazoo Valley Community College announces an academic partnership with the Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property (MIIP) designed to democratize access to intellectual property education. Kalamazoo Valley is the only community college in the country to offer such education to the public at no cost.
Silicon Valley is the Next Stop for Intellectual Property Awareness Series
Hacking IP: Considerations for Startups and Entrepreneurs is bound for the tech capital of the world, Silicon Valley! The third leg of the year-long multi-city IP education program presented by the Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property (MIIP)
Intellectual Property Awareness Series for Entrepreneurs Comes to Santa Rosa
Following the success of the Hacking IP: Considerations for Startups and Entrepreneurs kick-off in Los Angeles on October 24th, the Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property (MIIP) is thrilled to announce that Santa Rosa, California will play host to the second event in the year-long, multi-city program.
Intellectual Property Awareness Program for Entrepreneurs Kicks Off In L.A.
The Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property (MIIP) is excited to announce the launch of Hacking IP: Considerations for Startups and Entrepreneurs. The first event in this year-long multi-city program is presented in collaboration with co-host Santa Monica College (SMC) and kicks off today, Wednesday, October 24th in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Hacking IP: Considerations for Startups & Entrepreneurs
When: Wednesday, October 24, 2018 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (PDT) Where: WeWork Fine Arts Building 811 West 7th Street Los Angeles, CA 90017 Click here to Register! About the Event: Every business has a name, a logo, a website, a database of contacts and...
The Michelson Institute of Intellectual Property Launches Faculty Portal
The Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property (IP) promotes education on the importance of robust IP protections and respect for creative work, both of which are essential for innovation to thrive.
Center for Intellectual Property Understanding to increase intellectual property awareness: 5 things to know
By Megan Wood August 22, 2017 Original Story: LINK Michelson 20MM Foundation is teaming up with The Center for Intellectual Property Understanding to boost awareness about intellectual property rights. Here are five things to know: 1. The two organizations...
Free Online Course Helps Entrepreneurs Protect Their Inventions
Provided by The Michelson 20MM Foundation June 19, 2017 Original Story: LINK LOS ANGELES, June 19, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Michelson 20MM Foundation, founded by prolific inventor Dr. Gary K. Michelson, has launched a free online course on...
Innovation Lessons From a Billionaire
By Marshall Phelps June 8, 2016 Original Article: LINK “I did not start out to be an inventor,” writes the billionaire inventor and spinal surgeon Gary K. Michelson in the preface to a newly-published book entitled The Intangible Advantage: Understanding...
Dr. Gary K. Michelson: How One Distinctive Feature Led To Success
The Michelson Institute for Intellectual Property In front of a packed audience of students, entrepreneurs, and innovators, Dr. Gary K. Michelson, founder of the Michelson 20MM Foundation, raised his extra-large hand to the crowd: “That’s the same hand...
Power professionals make a case for intellectual property
Driving more than $6 trillion in annual output, I.P. has become a critical area of interest for future entrepreneurs and business leaders