📢 Despite the pandemic, patenting activity was robust in 2020 with innovation in healthcare the main driver of European patent applications. http://bit.ly/EPOPatentIndex20 Have a look at this video for a better understanding of: ➡️ how the pandemic affected patent activity in 2020 ➡️ which companies filed the most patent applications for their inventions in 2020 ➡️ which technologies were the main drivers of innovation ➡️ which countries and regions performed well despite the global disruption

European inventors raised the bar in 2023! 🚀 The number of European patent applications originating from the EPO’s 39 member states increased again in 2023, reflecting their appetite for shaping the future. 🌍 Find out more about the countries driving innovation 👉 https://bit.ly/PatentIndex23 #InnovationTrends #PatentingTrends #Patents #Inventors | European Patent Office

Let's celebrate the visionary innovation hubs spearheading advancements in technology and shaping the future. We're excited to share the top countries of origin for European patent applications in 2023: 🇺🇸 United States 🇩🇪 Germany 🇯🇵 Japan 🇨🇳 P.R. China 🇰🇷 R. Korea Want to know more? Dive into the #EPOPatentIndex now 👉 https://bit.ly/PatentIndex23 #InnovationTrends #PatentingTrends #Patents #Inventors | European Patent Office

🎯 Patent secured, opportunities ahead. Learn your next steps, from validation to navigating fees and possible challenges, in this #HeadStart episode. 🎥👇 #PatentInsights #IPStrategy #StartupStrategy | European Patent Office

A new call under our 🎓 Academic Research Programme is now open, and we’re funding six research projects this year. 💶 Grants of up to EUR 50 000 each 📊 Use the EPO’s powerful tools: Technology Intelligence Platform and PATSTAT If you work in technology, patents or data-driven research, this is your chance to carry out a project with clear, real-world impact. Apply by 27 February 2026 → epo.org/arp | European Patent Office

Our European Inventor Award ceremony was a mesmerising celebration of groundbreaking inventions and visionary inventors. 🔙 Relive the excitement, passion, and awe-inspiring moments. 💻 Watch it here: https://fb.watch/lHGYDgUv2R/ #InventorAward #YoungInventors | European Patent Office