Knowledge Sentinels PDF Download

Author: Khalid Saqr
Publisher: KNOWDYN Laboratory
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Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 101

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Book Description
In today’s $75 trillion global knowledge economy, the world's 17 million faculty members, academic researchers, and scientists who are creating new knowledge capital and safeguarding existing knowledge should be rich and in control! Are you an academic striving for adequate rewards for your invaluable contributions to the global knowledge economy? Do you search for ways to navigate the intricate landscape of intellectual property rights and safeguard your innovative ideas? "Knowledge Sentinels" is here to empower you! The concept of “Knowledge Sentinels” stems from the author's long experience with the exigent challenges faced by academics. The motivation behind this guide is to elucidate the multifaceted factors that underpin this inequity and foster an intellectually rigorous discourse on the value of intellectual property and its custodians in academia. The book’s Introduction seeks to establish the foundational premise of our inquiry. Drawing from realistic case studies and analysis of emerging technology trends, the book provides a guide to applied intellectual property management in higher education and research institutions. The author proposes a novel framework for IP rights management in academic institutions. MERC stands for Manage, Evaluate, Regulate, Capitalise, which are the four procedural work frames that any research group, R&D service company, or academic institution needs to grow their knowledge capital. Chapter 1, "Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in Academia" covers types of IP, common terms, joint ownership, copyright, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. It emphasizes managing and protecting original works, fostering academic branding, and preserving research innovations. The chapter highlights the importance of well-defined agreements, confidentiality, and equitable rights distribution. Chapter 2, "Trademarks and Branding for Academics" explores the significance of academic trademarks and branding. It covers various academic trademark types and their role in safeguarding knowledge. Branding's impact on disseminating knowledge, establishing trust, and forging partnerships is examined, alongside case studies including MIT, Cambridge, and NUS, showcasing successful academic branding strategies. It also delves into brand-building processes, spotlighting Tohoku University's disaster research and SNU's convergence of technology and humanities excellence. Chapter 3, "Copyright Protection and Academic Works" critically discusses copyright aspects in academia, covering ownership within institutions, challenges faced, Open Access and Creative Commons models, balancing copyright with fair use, global copyright factors, and safeguarding academic works online. Chapter 4 delves into the effective management and utilization of collaborative intellectual property in academia. It explores key frameworks like the Bayh-Dole Act and Technology Readiness Level, along with processes such as Technology Transfer Office Workflow, AUTM Technology Transfer, and the author's MERC Workflow. MERC stands for Manage, Evaluate, Regulate, and Capitalise and it is a procedural workflow developed by the author to manage collaborative innovation and IP rights, particularly during the early stages of academic R&D. In Chapter 5, the book unveils "Model Operating Procedures for the MERC Workflow in higher education and research institutions." By leveraging empirical insights from prominent universities and research centers, the author outlines an evidence-based blueprint to streamline intellectual property management within institutions. Through rigorous analysis, we demonstrate how effective management protocols can mitigate disputes and foster an environment conducive to fruitful academic endeavors.