First-line assistance
The IP Helpdesk provides free-of-charge, first-line IP support to European small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) covering five different regions: China, Europe, India, Latin America and South-East Asia. The team for Europe additionally assists SMEs and researchers participating in EU-funded research projects with IP issues specifically related to these programmes.
Whether you need personal, confidential support on a specific IP issue, are looking for jargon-free materials and resources, or are interested in a training session on IP – the IP Helpdesk is the right partner to turn to.
Helpline
Submit your IP question and get free, first-line and confidential advice from our experts in three working days.
Training
Explore our online and on-site training events covering different regions and a wide range of IP topics and sectors.
Knowledge and resources
In our extensive resource library we provide you with a variety of user-friendly IP materials such as guides, factsheets, case studies, infographics, e-learning modules, and more. The resources are downloadable, free of charge and, where possible, available in different languages.
Upcoming events
Latin America - Webinar - How to internationally protect your trade mark through the Madrid system?
- Live streaming available
EPO - Patent Knowledge Week 2023
- Live streaming available
High-growth Technology Business Forum: IP Strategy and Management
- Online only
- Live streaming available
EU - Webinar: IP and Artificial Intelligence - Advanced
- Live streaming available
Plant Variety
- Live streaming available
EU - Webinar: Addressing IP impact and innovation in EU projects
- Live streaming available
Key Intellectual Property Considerations for Collaborating with Chinese Partners
- Live streaming available
EU - Webinar: Maximizing the Impact of Horizon project (2020/HEU) results
- Live streaming available