Teaching Intellectual Property with Enrico Bonadio

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The vital intersection between academia and real-world intellectual property practice takes center stage as Lee and Gwilym welcome Enrico Bonadio from City St George’s University of London. His unique journey from IP litigation in Milan to academic research and teaching offers powerful insights into how theoretical and practical perspectives on intellectual property complement each other.

Bonadio reveals how his litigation background enriches his teaching by providing strategic perspectives on how IP rights are actually deployed. This practical foundation allows him to break down complex legal concepts into real-world scenarios that engage students and demonstrate IP's pervasive impact on daily life. Whether you're an IP practitioner seeking fresh perspectives, a student considering this field, or simply curious about how intellectual property shapes our world, this episode offers valuable insights into the dynamic relationship between academic exploration and practical application.

Chapters

1. Personal Introductions and Life Updates (00:00:00)

2. Meeting Our Academic Guest Enrico Bonadio (00:02:51)

3. Academic Influence on IP Policy Making (00:08:26)

4. Academia vs Private Practice Perspective (00:15:21)

5. Street Art, Graffiti and Copyright Research (00:22:49)

6. IP and Food Protection Research (00:34:13)

7. The Negative Side of IP Rights (00:39:27)

8. Criminal Sanctions in IP Enforcement (00:42:02)

9. Future Research Paths in Patent Law (00:47:29)

10. Closing Reflections on Teaching Experiences (00:52:48)