TISC FUTO Inauguration and Workshop on Intellectual Property Management and Technology Transfer

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), through the Centre for Research, Innovation and Development (CRID), cordially invites the university community and stakeholders to the official inauguration of the TISC Center FUTO

This landmark event features a specialized workshop titled "Intellectual Property Management and Technology Transfer," organized in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade & Investment

Program Highlights

Day 1: Inauguration & Intellectual Property Foundations

• Official Launching: Remarks by Madam Stella Ezenduka (Patents & Designs Registry) and Mr. Oluwatobiloba Moody (Director, WIPO Nigeria)
• WIPO-TISC Network Overview: An introductory session on the global Technology and Innovation Support Center network
• Natural Medicine Development: Insights into success factors and constraints in natural medicine innovation by Prof. Maurice M. Iwu
• The Nigerian Patent System: A deep dive into patenting within the Nigerian context by Barrister Enoobong Usen

Day 2: Practical Application & Commercialization

• Brand Design & Search: Learning to use the WIPO Global Brand Database for business promotion
• IP Respect within FUTO: Strategies for building a culture of respect for intellectual property rights within the institution
• Research Commercialization: Exploring strategies and mechanisms for innovation in developing countries with Dr. Obichi Obiajunnwa

Featured Speakers

• Prof. Nnenna N. Oti – Vice Chancellor, FUTO
• Prof. (Mrs.) Toochukwu E. Ogbulie – Director, CRID
• Prof. Emeka E. Oguzie – DVC RD&I
• Prof. Elangi Botoy Iruku – WIPO Geneva TISC Office
• Barrister Jane Clinton Igwe – Deputy Chief Registrar, Patents & Designs Registry

This workshop is designed to empower researchers, entrepreneurs, and students with the tools necessary to protect their innovations and navigate the global intellectual property landscape