Dr. Catherine Chammartin of the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IPI) describes the strong elements of an IP system and its contributions to innovation within Switzerland. The IPI registers intellectual property, advises on policy, provides IP services to the community, and is involved in educational endeavors.
Could you start by introducing the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property to our readers?
We aim to find the optimal balance of IP protection in order to encourage innovation without stifling development.
