Intellectual Property & Biotechnology. Linking Law, Business and Science

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1 7 th International Summer University Intellectual Property & Biotechnology Linking Law, Business and Science 16 July 13 August 2011

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3 Welcome to the University of Giessen! With a history of more than 400 years, the University of Giessen is one of the oldest universities in Europe. Founded in 1607, the University of Giessen is an international research university, with about 24,000 students and more than 4,000 members of staff. The university places great emphasis on being truly international. This is reflected not only in our multicultural research and study environment, but also in our strong partnerships with foreign institutions. The University of Giessen offers a dynamic and modern research environment with an increasing number of international students and faculty. Our research fellows and academic staff include members from a number of countries in Europe as well as overseas. Every year, numerous foreign students come to Giessen to attend our courses and, thus, contribute to the international environment on campus. The 7 th International Summer University in Intellectual Property and Biotechnology is a renowned interdisciplinary program known for international high-quality learning. Prof. Dr. Joybrato Mukherjee President of the University of Giessen 3 3

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Welcome to the International Summer University! Since its first edition in 2005, the International Summer University has gained increasing global recognition.

5 Welcome to the International Summer University! Since its first edition in 2005, the International Summer University has gained increasing global recognition. We are proud to again be the host to students from all over the world this summer. Our courses, all of them taught in English, are designed to challenge and inspire participants in highly popular fields of intellectual property and biotechnology. The program combines high-quality learning with a wide range of cultural and social activities. In addition to the academic courses, two on-site visits at international biotechnology companies and a three-day trip to Munich will add a more hands-on element to the content learned in class. Furthermore, students will attend German language courses on different levels. Recreational excursions during the weekends will show students some of the most beautiful places in Germany. Above all, studying abroad will help participants broaden their horizons by bringing them closer to foreign cultures, interact and share their diverse experiences and most important is fun! We look forward to welcoming you to Giessen for the 7 th International Summer University in Intellectual Property and Biotechnology. Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Bessler Faculty of Economics and Business Prof. Dr. Michael Kracht Faculty of Medicine Prof. Dr. Thilo Marauhn Faculty of Law Prof. Dr. P. Michael Schmitz Faculty of Agricultural Sciences 5

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7 Program The International Summer University offers a multidisciplinary approach to intellectual property law and biotechnology. The program combines legal, economic and natural sciences, and includes lectures and seminars from internationally renowned scholars and practitioners. Lectures and seminars address the following topics: Red and green biotechnology Drug discovery strategies Genetically modified organisms Patents and innovation European patent law International patent protection Traditional knowledge and biodiversity Intellectual property and competition law The valuation of patents The analysis of patent data Venture capital and innovation financing Mergers and acquisitions in the biotech industry Patent transaction marketplace For a detailed course description, please visit: 7

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Sophisticated shopping areas, vibrant bars and restaurants as well as the city theater are popular local attractions.

9 Giessen a vibrant mix of history and modernity With around 80,000 inhabitants, Giessen is a lively, vibrant and welcoming city. The large student population shapes Giessen s physical appearance, its artistic and cultural scene, including numerous nightlife venues. Sophisticated shopping areas, vibrant bars and restaurants as well as the city theater are popular local attractions. In the summer, Giessen s riverside restaurants and traditional beer gardens are an absolute must. Any place in town can be reached fast and conveniently, whether by foot or by bus (which is free of charge for summer school participants). To satisfy the occasional urge for big-city life, a 40-minute train ride will get you to the financial capital of continental Europe, Frankfurt. To take a break from all the hustle and bustle, you can take full advantage of the natural beauty Giessen is known for. The city has several parks and a botanical garden maintained by the university, which is the oldest botanical garden in Germany. Several lakes nearby are ideal for swimming and water sports. Ancient monasteries and castles attract tourists from near and far. In Badenburg castle you can dine like a knight during the Middle Ages. Whatever your definition of a great time is you will find it in Giessen! 9

10 Where will the Summer University be held? The Summer University will be held at the historic campus of the University of Giessen. Who should attend? The program is designed for undergraduate students, graduate students and young researchers from all over the world, studying topics related to economics and management, natural sciences and law. Program fees 1,900 What is included in the program fees? Accommodation at a students dorm (single apartment with shared bathroom) All course materials German language courses for different skill levels On-site visits at international biotechnology companies Three-day trip to Munich Recreational weekend trips and leisure activities Chip-card worth 50 for the university s cafeterias Health, accident and liability insurance Four-week ticket for public transportation within Giessen Are the courses accredited? The courses are accredited and they are all based on the European Credit Transfer System (students will receive 9 ECTS credits). Registration and more information René Ghouse (Managing Director) isu@uni-giessen.de 10

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11 Field trips and hands-on experience Two on-site visits at biotechnology companies will give students the opportunity to get in touch with leading international professionals in the field and apply for internshipprograms. Participants will also take part in a three-day field trip to Munich. The Bavarian capital has much more to offer than its famous Oktoberfest. This trip includes visiting the European Patent Office and a sightseeing tour of Neuschwanstein castle. During the weekends the students will explore Frankfurt, Cologne and the Rhine river valley, including a boat trip followed by a wine tasting with some German delicacies. Fotos: Seite 1, 11, 12 Yuri Arcurs, studio Fotolia.com, Seiten 2, 3, 6 Franz Möller, Seite 11 Light Impression Fotolia.com, Manfred Steinbach Fotolia.com, fotocrafci Fotolia.com

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