Open Innovation and IP Workshop

A practical workshop exploring intellectual property for businesses and early-stage ventures. Designed for those who want to better understand how ideas, creative work, and innovation can be recognised, protected, and developed.

Many people have strong ideas but are unsure how to protect, develop, or manage them in the early stages.

This workshop introduces participants to key areas of intellectual property and innovation, helping them understand why these topics matter for businesses, entrepreneurs, and creative ventures. Led by Prof Dinusha Mendis and colleagues at , the session offers accessible and practical insight into areas such as patents, copyright, licensing, and trade marks. Designed to make often complex topics feel more relevant and understandable,

Whether you already have an idea, are working on a venture, or simply want to understand more about how intellectual property supports business development, this session will provide useful foundations and practical insight.

-Refreshments will be provided during the session.

-Data will be collected, with consent, from participants for feedback and may be used for academic outputs only.

-For further information about this event, please contact Dr Sukanya Ayatakshi Endow at .

This workshop is part of the BU Inclusive Entrepreneurship Series: Explore, Create, Connect, an interactive programme supporting early-stage ideas, inclusive pathways into entrepreneurship, and opportunities to build confidence, connect, and take ideas forward.

This workshop series is supported by .

This session is open to BU students, PGRs, staff, and interested external participants. It may be especially valuable for those who:

• have an idea they want to develop further
• want to understand intellectual property and innovation
• are interested in entrepreneurship, creative work, or business development
• want practical knowledge that could support future projects or ventures
• are curious about how ideas move from concept to protected business value

You do not need legal or business knowledge to attend.

Participants can expect:

• an introduction to intellectual property and why it matters for businesses
• practical insight into patents, copyright, licensing, and trade marks
• expert-led guidance in an accessible format
• useful knowledge for future entrepreneurial or creative activity
• opportunities to build understanding of how ideas and innovation can be protected and developed

This session is led by Prof Dinusha Mendis and colleagues at the Centre for Intellectual Property Policy & Management (CIPPM), bringing specialist expertise in intellectual property, innovation, and business development.

Spaces are limited, so advance booking is recommended.

How to get to BU:

Talbot Campus is easily accessed via public transport and has bike storage points. Please see travel info.

Talbot Campus operates a pay and display car park for visitors.

Additional Information:
If you are a Blue Badge holder and intend to park in an accessibility bay between 7am – 4pm, Monday to Friday , whilst attending the event, will need to call a reception point to register your vehicle register number:
Talbot Campus - 01202 965001
Lansdowne Campus – 01202 968003
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