RESEARCH ETHICS
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND PATENT LAW
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Detailed explanation-1: -How long does patent protection last? Patent protection is granted for a limited period, generally 20 years from the filing date of the application.
Detailed explanation-2: -What is the term of a patent in the Indian system? The term of every patent granted is 20 years from the date of filing of application. However, for application filed under national phase under Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), the term of patent will be 20 years from the international filing date accorded under PCT.
Detailed explanation-3: -A U.S. utility patent, explained above, is generally granted for 20 years from the date the patent application is filed; however, periodic fees are required to maintain the enforceability of the patent.