【活動訊息】11/5_SPARK Europe Webinar Series 2025 - 7
Do I Need to Patent My Breakthrough? What Are the Plusses and Minuses?
You’ve made a groundbreaking discovery in your research—something with real-world potential. But now comes the critical question: Should you patent it? And if so, when is the right time? In this session, Dr. Moshe Tritel will guide you through the advantages and disadvantages of pursuing a patent, offering insights into the impact of patenting on commercialization, startup formation, investment opportunities, and ultimately achieving a successful exit.
Dr. Moshe Tritel will share his expertise in patent law, focusing on the key considerations every researcher should know when deciding whether and how to patent their discoveries.
Dr. Tritel has a wealth of experience in patent law, beginning with his tenure at Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz and continuing through roles at Webb and Associates, JMB Davis Ben-David, and as the Director of Intellectual Property at Pluri Biotech. He most recently served as the Vice President of Intellectual Property at 1E Therapeutics and contributed his expertise at Weiss & Arons, LLP, a U.S.-based patent law firm. Dr. Tritel has drafted hundreds of patent applications, managed competitor IP surveillance, and been involved in numerous European and Israeli oppositions and due diligence analyses.
Event Details:
Date: November 4th, 2025 (Tuesday)
Time: 16:00 - 17:00 CET
Location: Online via Zoom
Speaker:
Dr. Moshe Tritel
Intellectual Property Expert and Founder of Tritel Patent Firm. Extensive experience in patent law, specializing in biomedical and pharmaceutical technologies.
What You Will Learn:
- The key considerations for deciding whether to patent your breakthrough research.
- The advantages and risks associated with patenting, including its potential to attract investment and drive commercialization.
- How patenting influences the creation of startups and your ability to secure a successful exit strategy.
- Insights into the patent application process and how to navigate the complexities of intellectual property law.
Online via Zoom | Registration Required
Click here to register
Registration required by November 2nd, 2025. Please note that you will receive the Zoom Meeting link and access code the evening before the event. Late registrations may not be accommodated.
SPARK Europe Webinar Series
SPARK Europe is collaborating to provide enhanced education on translational research and technology transfer!
The SPARK Europe Webinar Series is a monthly online event that takes place every first Wednesday of the month from 16:00 to 17:00 CET.
Organized by SPARK sites across Europe, including Israel—SPARK-BIH, SPARK Finland, SPARK FLI, SPARK Poland, SPARK Tel Aviv, SPARK Norway, SPARK Denmark, SPARK Zürich, and SPARK at the Faculty of Medicine, Masaryk University—this series brings together top experts to share their collective knowledge and experiences.
The webinars cover a wide range of topics relevant to drug, medical device, and diagnostic development, with a particular focus on translational medicine. The goal is to provide academic scholars with the principles of these fields, while also addressing challenges such as design thinking and the complexities of selling high-tech products.
In addition to educational lectures and panel discussions, the series now features a new format, the Innovator Café, where seasoned entrepreneurs and young CEOs share their success stories and lessons learned, focusing on the Dos and Don’ts of entrepreneurship.
The SPARK Europe Webinar Series is open to all staff and students from SPARK-affiliated institutions. Keep an eye on the Events page for upcoming sessions.