Innovation thrives on collaboration. Behind every groundbreaking invention is the ingenuity of the inventor and support of funders who help bring ideas to life. Great inventions demand more than creativity and technical brilliance—they require resources, connections,...
Intellectual property (IP) laws are often seen as technical and apolitical. Despite that, they are deeply influenced by political ideologies and leadership priorities. For example, political perspectives on technology, the environment, and immigration intersect with...
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech during the 1963 March on Washington. Decades later, it remains one of the most recognized and influential addresses in American history. Its profound impact played a pivotal role in the civil...
The new year brings a sense of renewal, with many people dedicating themselves anew to their passions. In the world of creativity, it’s a time to celebrate an exciting transition: Virtually all the books, films, songs, and art published in the 1920s are now in the...
Breaking Boba: Bad Vibes Bubble Up Boba tea is having an extended moment. The tea, often referred to as “bubble tea” or “bubble milk tea,” was invented in Taiwan in the early 1980s. It contains chewy tapioca balls, often called “pearls,” though other toppings appear...
By Chinwe Ohanele Agwu As 2024 draws to a close, the Michelson Intellectual Property Institute (MIPI) celebrates a year full of achievements, milestones, and transformative initiatives. This year, we deepened our mission to democratize intellectual property (IP)...
