Expert advice for Key IP issues

6 Reasons to live and work in Newcastle

Home to Newcastle United, birthplace of Robert Stephenson and of course the city where Secerna has one of its offices, Newcastle is a cultured, cosmopolitan and, most importantly, a canny place to live and work. But what makes the area so great? We look at just some of the reasons to love life in Newcastle.

Double patenting at the European Patent Office

The Enlarged Court of Appeal is currently considering a number of issues surrounding double patenting. Secerna Senior Associate Huw Jenkins looks at what they will be looking at.

PTAB decision highlights the value of a robust IP portfolio

A recent decision by the US Patent Trial & Appeal Board (PTAB) has highlighted the benefits of a strong intellectual property portfolio, particularly in relation to smaller biotech companies.