WIPO Academy - [WSS] Summer School on Intellectual Property

Programa: El curso OMPI-UNBOSQUE sobre Gestión de Propiedad Intelectual (GPI) y Transferencia de Tecnología en el Sector Salud ofrece una visión general del papel estratégico de la PI en la innovación en salud en América Latina. El programa aborda temas como patentes en los sectores farmacéutico y biotecnológico, estrategias de PI para tecnologías médicas, software y salud digital, así como la protección de la innovación en ciencias de la vida. También analiza la gestión de PI en empresas (incluidas startups), universidades, hospitales y centros de investigación, junto con procesos de transferencia de tecnología, licenciamiento y comercialización de innovaciones en salud. Las sesiones serán impartidas por expertos nacionales e internacionales e incluirán conferencias, estudios de caso, discusiones interactivas y visitas académicas a instituciones de innovación en salud.

Modalidad, fecha y lugar: Programa presencial del 19 al 30 de octubre de 2026 (lunes a viernes, de 9:00 a 16:00), en Bogotá, Colombia, en el Centro de Innovación (HUB iEX) de la Universidad El Bosque.

Elegibilidad: Profesionales e investigadores de América Latina interesados en PI, innovación y transferencia de tecnología en el sector salud. Los participantes son responsables de sus gastos de viaje a Bogotá, alojamiento y manutención durante el programa.

Certificado de participación: Los participantes que asistan a todas las sesiones y participen activamente en las discusiones y ejercicios recibirán un certificado emitido por la OMPI.

Seguro médico: Los participantes deberán presentar un certificado médico a su llegada. Aquellos que no residan en Colombia recibirán cobertura de seguro por parte de la OMPI durante su estadía relacionada con su participación en el programa.

Registro en línea y costos de inscripción: Las postulaciones deben presentarse en línea a través de la OMPI e incluir un resumen del perfil profesional, carta de motivación y copia del pasaporte o documento de identidad. El pago de la inscripción se realizará directamente a la Universidad El Bosque una vez recibida la notificación de aceptación por parte de la OMPI. El costo de inscripción es de COP 1.800.000 (aproximadamente USD 450).

Política de cancelación: La inscripción solo podrá cancelarse por motivos excepcionales hasta el 30 de septiembre de 2026. En estos casos, los participantes recibirán un reembolso del 80% del valor pagado. Después de esta fecha, no se realizarán reembolsos.

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Program: The WIPO–UNBOSQUE Course on Intellectual Property (IP) Management and Technology Transfer in the Health Sector provides an overview of the strategic role of IP in health innovation in Latin America. The program covers topics such as patents in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, IP strategies for medical technologies, software, and digital health platforms, and the protection of innovation in the life sciences. It also examines IP management across different actors in the health sector, including companies (including startups), universities, hospitals, and research centers, as well as processes of technology transfer, licensing, and commercialization of health innovations. Sessions will be delivered by national and international experts and will include lectures, case studies, interactive discussions, and academic visits to health innovation institutions.

Modality, Date and Venue: In-person program from October 19 to 30, 2026 (Monday to Friday, 9:00–16:00), in Bogotá, Colombia, at the Innovation Center (HUB iEX) of Universidad El Bosque.

Eligibility: Professionals and researchers from Latin American countries interested in intellectual property, innovation, and technology transfer in the health sector. Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, and living expenses during the program.

Certificate of Participation: Participants who attend all sessions and actively participate in discussions and exercises will receive a certificate issued by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

Medical Insurance: Participants must present a medical certificate upon arrival. Those who are not residents of Colombia will receive insurance coverage from WIPO during their stay related to the program.

Online Registration and Fees: Applications must be submitted online to WIPO and include a professional profile summary, letter of motivation, and copy of passport or national identification document. Payment will be made directly to Universidad El Bosque after acceptance notification from WIPO. The registration fee is COP 1,800,000 (approximately USD 450).

Cancellation Policy: Registration may only be cancelled for exceptional reasons no later than September 30, 2026. In such cases, participants will receive an 80% refund. After this date, no refunds will be granted.

Curriculum

The Summer School offers senior university students, graduate and postgraduate students, and young professionals an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of intellectual property (IP), its various fields, and the role and functions of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).

The program combines lectures with case studies, simulation exercises, group discussions and other interactive learning activities covering selected IP topics. Emphasis is placed on the evolving role of IP and its interface with other disciplines and areas of contemporary importance.

Certificate of Participation

A certificate of participation will be awarded to participants who successfully meet the requirements of the Summer School.

To qualify for the certificate, participants are expected to attend all sessions and actively engage in discussions, exercises and group projects throughout the program. As the Summer School will be delivered virtually, participants are also expected to keep their cameras switched on during all sessions, unless otherwise advised by the organizers.

Applicants are therefore encouraged to carefully consider the level of commitment required and to ensure that they will be available to participate fully throughout the duration of the Summer School before submitting their application.

Eligibility

The Summer School is open to senior university students (third- and fourth-year undergraduate students), graduate and postgraduate students, as well as young professionals from any field of study or professional discipline who have an interest in intellectual property.

Format

The WIPO–Iran Summer School will be delivered entirely online.

Online Registration

Applicants are required to submit an online application, together with:

• résumé or curriculum vitae;
• a letter of motivation outlining their reasons for applying and what they hope to gain from participating in the Summer School; and
• proof of nationality, in the form of a copy of a valid passport or national identity card.

Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all required supporting documents are submitted as part of their application.

Registration Fees

Participation in the WIPO–Iran Summer School is free of charge. No registration fee is payable by participants.

The Summer School program offers  senior students and young professionals an opportunity to gain deeper knowledge across the various  domains of intellectual property (IP), as well as a better understanding of the role and functions of WIPO.

Curriculum

The program consists of lectures, case studies, simulation exercises and group discussions on selected IP topics, with an orientation towards the interface between IP and other disciplines.

A certificate of participation is awarded to participants who successfully complete the program requirements.

Conditions for the grant of the certificate of participation

A certificate of participation is awarded to participants who successfully complete the program requirements. To receive a certificate of participation, participants are expected to attend at least 85% of the sessions, actively engage in discussions and group work, and keep cameras on during online sessions, unless prevented by exceptional circumstances.  Before applying, applicants should consider the required commitment that is needed for their participation in the Summer School.

Eligibility

The Summer School is open to senior students (graduate and postgraduate) and young professionals from any field of study or discipline. The program is designed for candidates who are already familiar with IP.


All applicants will be given the opportunity to register for and complete the WIPO Academy IP eLearning Course on Intellectual Property Management (DL-450) as part of the application process, prior to selection for the program.

Format

 The Summer School will be conducted in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either onsite or online through Zoom or other designated virtual platforms.

While both options are available, onsite participation is strongly encouraged.  Please note that onsite participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation and living expenses.

Online Registration

Applicants should submit their résumé together with a letter of motivation (setting out their reasons for applying and what they hope to gain from the Summer School).
Selected applicants will be notified two weeks after the registration deadline.

Registration Fees

Fees have been waived for all participants.

Partial Scholarships

A limited number of partial scholarships may be available for selected participants from African countries, subject to eligibility criteria and available funding, to support participation onsite.