patent data, this paper proposes a comprehensive analysis to evaluate the global inventive activity. Several indicators are …

technologies (invention), and then move on to examine Africa as a technology market (as reflected in patenting). In addition, we … briefly touch upon the question of cross-border technology development (co-invention) in Africa. Despite Africa’s generally … disproportionately directed towards mitigation and adaptation technologies. In addition, the rate of international co-invention for most …

effects of climate change. This book charts the patent landscapes and legal conflicts emerging in a range of fields of … book provides a detailed analysis of current trends in patent policy and administration in key nation states, and offers … licensing, and patent pools; and analyzes the development of Climate Innovation Centres, the Eco-Patent Commons, and …