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Southern African Research and Innovation Management Association (SARIMA) - WIPO Joint Webinar on Using ADR in the Life Sciences Sector

September 28, 2023, 13.00 – 14.00 CET

Some 15% of mediation and arbitration cases filed with the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center (WIPO Center) relate to life sciences. Disputes in this area cover a wide range of issues faced by pharmaceutical, medical devices, biotech and diagnostic start-ups and companies, and research institutions, including licensing agreements, R&D agreements, distribution agreements, patent ownership and infringement, and know-how.

This webinar will discuss how Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods are used to manage and resolve life sciences disputes, including practical tips for drafting clauses and submission agreements.

13:00 – 13:50 CET Opening and Introduction
Rosemary Wolson, Vice-President, Innovation and Technology Transfer, SARIMA
Heike Wollgast, Head, IP Disputes Section, WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center

WIPO ADR for Life Sciences Disputes, including case examples
Isha Singh, Legal Case Manager, WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center

Managing Disputes in the Life Sciences Sector through ADR in Africa
Danie Dohmen, Partner, Patent Litigation, Adams and Adams, South Africa
13:50 - 14:00 CET

 Question & Answer

14:00 CET

Closing

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For any related inquiries, please contact arbiter.mail@wipo.int

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Switzerland

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28 Maxwell Road #02-14
Singapore 069120

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