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The EPO is one of the largest public service organisations in Europe, employing some 6 300 staff of 34 different nationalities. Of them, over 4 000 are highly qualified scientists and engineers working as patent examiners in all fields of technology. Under the European Patent Convention inventors can obtain patent protection in up to 44 countries by filing a single application. Moderation of incom

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03/09/2026

👀 You've invented something. You're excited. You tell the world.
But could sharing too soon hurt your chances of getting a patent? 👇

02/09/2026

🏁 Your patent is granted. Now, where should it take effect?

Your validation choices can shape both your strategy and costs.

This episode explains what to consider before deciding. 🎥 Watch now 👇

These young inventors have turned their ideas into real impact. Who's next? 🌍 Know someone aged 30 or under using techno...
01/09/2026

These young inventors have turned their ideas into real impact. Who's next? 🌍

Know someone aged 30 or under using technology to tackle a sustainability challenge? Put them forward for the Prize 2027 - or step into the spotlight yourself.

The next breakthrough may already be taking shape. Help us find it before nominations close on 30 September: epo.org/nominate

28/08/2026

Patents are closer than you think. 👀
Next time you’re walking down the street, take a closer look. How many inventions can you spot?

26/08/2026

Desert island challenge. 🏝️ Which inventor is coming with you? Watch the video, then drop your answer below.

24/08/2026

🏁 Your patent is granted. Now what?

This episode walks you through validation, fees and handling challenges, so your newly granted rights actually work for your business strategy.

🎥 Watch now 👇

21/08/2026

If you could spend one day with any inventor in history, who would you choose and what would you ask them? Our colleagues had some interesting answers.
Watch the video and share yours below.

20/08/2026

Young people bring optimism, fresh perspectives and sometimes the right kind of “crazy ideas” that can change the world. 🌱

The Prize 2027 is less about competition and more about celebrating young changemakers who turn bold ideas into real solutions.

Help us discover the next generation of inventors. Nominate an individual or team aged 30 or under.

👉 epo.org/nominate

19/08/2026

🌧️ There's something genuinely clever built into your rain jacket, hidden from view. Any guesses what it is?

17/08/2026

🕷️ Nature created spider silk. Biotechnology found a way to produce it at scale.

💬 Which animal-inspired invention impresses you most? Let us know in the comments. 👇

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