#49: Andrea Sommer - Marrying Deeptech with IP Strategy

Here is my conversation with Andrea Sommer about the advantages of patents for private deep-tech companies.Timestamps:For those who want to listen to specific parts of the episode, here are the timestamps:00:00 Opening Christian Soschner02:00 Intro Andrea Sommer – Importance of Patents03:48 The Role of Patents in Deep Tech Companies – Understanding the Importance of Patent Processes13:51 What is the right point in time to file a patent application?15:57 Patent process in Europe24:25 Patents – A Once in a Lifetime Event or a Process?35:00 The importance of getting the right information for the first filing37:10 The Reasons for an FTO Analysis from the Patent Attorney’s Perspective41:40 When is the right time for an FTO Analysis46:00 More Details on the Process of FTO Analysis – Better Late than Never?51:15 How to Implement Patent and FTO Processes into the Organisation57:27 Patent Infringement01:02:10 Possibilities of Compulsory Licenses01:07:15 A Brief History of Patent Laws…01:09:20 … and The Future Of Patent Laws01:15:00 The Future of Patents and Licenses01:23:00 Patents and Sars CoV 2 – Would giving up patent rights by governmental enforcement tackle the right problem?01:27:40 Tesla put all Patents into the Public Domain 2014 – Does that make sense?01:33:20 The Role of Patents in Startups01:40:30 Is there a difference between US Entrepreneurs and their European counterparts?01:44:00  Perception of Entrepreneurship01:49:00 How to Collaborate with Big Corporations as an SME01:53:00 Patents and InvestorsEpisode Links:Article to the Episode: https://lsg2g.substack.com/p/marrying-deeptech-with-ip-strategy-7f8Youtube: https://youtu.be/yjqq6P2eWVcAndrea Sommer: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-andrea-sommer/Podcast Links:Podcast Website: https://www.lifescienceget2gether.com/Community Partner: https://linktr.ee/lsg2gChristian Soschner: https://linktr.ee/soschnerLSG2G Twitter: https://twitter.com/LGet2getherLSG2G Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/life-science-get2getherPodcast Episodes: https://pod.link/1493847125Episodes on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlZfrwd6iXrQ3LIANISUpP22seS2CsCEVSend us Fan Mail Join Christian Soschner for expert coaching. 50% Off - With 35+ years in deep tech, startups/scaleups, and public companies, Christian offers power video sessions. Elevate strategy, execution, and leadership. Book Now.Support the showJoin the Podcast Newsletter: Link