An examination of the role of patents in the technological development of Uganda
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Date
2011-07
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Kampala International University, School of Law
Abstract
This paper discusses the legal reg1me governmg patentability of industrial
products, and processes in Uganda. It examines the basic national legal regime in
this, regard, identifies the strengths and weaknesses in each case and makes
necessary conclusions and recommendations basing on the findings made.
The research of the study is that taken as a whole, intellectual property law IS
essential for technological development in any given economy. This study is also
premised on the assumption that patentability of intellectual property in industrial
products and processes increases technology in the economy and also widens the
scope of persons employed in the manufacturing industry.
The study also traces the development of the law of patents right from the early
days of technological advancement in Europe up to the present day.
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A dissertation submitted to the faculty of law in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of the degree of Bachelor of laws of Kampala International University
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Patents, Technological development, Uganda