IPAN is a network of professional and business organisations with a shared interest in improving general awareness and understanding of patents, trade marks, designs, copyright and other intellectual property rights.
ever wondered what "intellectual property" is all about? 
- we aim to demystify it by giving you:
- basic facts about what is IP - intellectual property (IP) rights - patents, trademarks, designs, copyright and the like - to help you understand more about its importance in commerce and industry, especially in the UK.
- useful IP resources from other websites including practical IP guides for start-up businesses.
- basic IP briefs about topical IP issues.
- general news from the IP scene such as:
- coming IP awareness events
but please remember that the information on this site is only for guidance - it is not a substitute for involving appropriate professional advisers
membership of IPAN:
Membership is open to any organisation or individual with an interest in improving awareness of IP and of its value to society.
- for more information, see about IPAN or why not contact us?
feedback:
We welcome your feedback and suggestions for extra material to improve our site - please use the form here
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