On October 7–8, a seminar entitled “Patent Database Searching and the Development of Technology and Innovation Support Centers” was held in Astana. The event was jointly organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization and the National Institute of Intellectual Property. Zhetysu University named after I. Zhansugurov was represented by L. Karasholakova, Director of the Department of Science and Commercialization, and A. Altay, Head of the Office of Scientific Projects and Technology Commercialization. The seminar was attended by N. Montilot (Switzerland), the organization’s coordinator, Z. Düzdze (Türkiye), a patent information expert, as well as coordinators and representatives of higher education institutions across the country.
On the first day, participants discussed various types of intellectual property, opportunities for developing Technology and Innovation Support Centers, methods and tools for patent information searching, and issues related to the patent system. Information was also provided on the activities of Technology and Innovation Support Centers. The Technology and Innovation Support Center at Zhetysu University holds leading positions in several performance indicators.
The second day of the event was practical in nature. Participants received information on working with the “Patentscope,” “WIPO Inspire,” and “Derwent” platforms, as well as on ways to use them effectively.
Participants were also introduced to the activities of the Technology and Innovation Support Center at Zhetysu University. During the discussion, participants exchanged views on improving the operations of regional centers. Opportunities to strengthen cooperation with several experts in this field were also considered. At the end of the event, participants were awarded certificates confirming their professional development.
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