Globalization, digitalization and the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) have reached a point where intellectual property has to be guarded. To give an example: today it is no problem anymore to watch movies, listen to music or get access to relevant information on a specific issue on the internet. Even though it is not legal to download these information, numbers of illegal downloads are rising every year.
In present economies innovation is mandatory. But innovation can only arise from new acquired knowledge. This knowledge has most commonly its origin in scientific research. With intellectual property rights (IPR) it is achievable to transfer this knowledge from the academic sector to the commercial sector. With that, the knowledge gap between these institutions can be closed.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Approach
- Impacts of intellectual property rights on research and open science
- Impacts of Intellectual Property Rights on Research and Open Science
- The Role of Intellectual Property Rights in the Open Science Movement
- Addressing the Concerns of Open Science Advocates
- Actual effects of IPR on prospective research and research tools
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the complex relationship between intellectual property rights (IPR) and open science. It aims to analyze the potential impacts of IPR on scientific research, particularly focusing on the challenges and opportunities presented by the increasing use of patents in academia. The paper also seeks to explore the actual effects of IPR on research tools and methods, considering how these regulations influence the accessibility and utilization of scientific knowledge.
- The role of intellectual property rights in facilitating innovation and knowledge transfer
- The potential negative impacts of IPR on open science, including barriers to research access and collaboration
- The balance between protecting intellectual property and promoting open sharing of scientific knowledge
- The specific effects of IPR on research tools and methods, such as patents on discoveries and research techniques
- The evolving landscape of intellectual property rights in the context of globalization and digitalization
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The introduction sets the context by outlining the growing importance of intellectual property rights in the digital age and the evolving landscape of innovation. It highlights the role of IPR in facilitating knowledge transfer from academia to the commercial sector, while also emphasizing the potential challenges and conflicts arising from the increasing use of patents in scientific research.
- Approach: This chapter delves into the specific methodology and research framework employed in the paper. It outlines the key questions addressed and the research strategies used to analyze the relationship between IPR and open science.
- Impacts of intellectual property rights on research and open science: This chapter examines the potential impacts of intellectual property rights on the conduct and dissemination of scientific research. It explores how patents can influence research collaboration, access to scientific knowledge, and the overall flow of information within the academic community. It also investigates the arguments and concerns raised by open science advocates regarding the potential limitations imposed by IPR on the free sharing and advancement of scientific knowledge.
- Actual effects of IPR on prospective research and research tools: This chapter focuses on the concrete effects of IPR on specific research tools and methods, particularly patents related to discoveries and research techniques. It examines how these regulations influence the development, accessibility, and utilization of research tools, exploring the trade-offs between intellectual property protection and the open sharing of research resources.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This paper delves into the critical intersection of open science and intellectual property rights (IPR). Its key focus is on the impacts of IPR on research and the accessibility of research tools, particularly concerning patents on discoveries and research methods. Further key concepts explored include the evolving landscape of innovation in the context of globalization and digitalization, the need for a balanced approach to intellectual property protection and open science principles, and the implications of IPR for research collaboration and knowledge sharing within the academic community.
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- Lars Büchner (Author), 2015, The problems and impacts of intellectual property rights on open science and their actual effects, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/314760
