IMPAC3T-IP

Scenario

Crisis

In times of crisis, rapid access to critical technologies, such as vaccines, medical treatments, and essential healthcare innovations, can save lives.

Licensing and Intellectual Property (IP) plays a crucial role in making these technologies available, especially in emergencies where barriers to access can delay response efforts.

Crises can be categorised into two main types:

Unforeseen Crises: Sudden emergencies like pandemics or natural disasters, where technology must be deployed rapidly.
Preventable Crises: Ongoing challenges, often affecting lower- and middle-income countries (LMICs), where early intervention can mitigate long-term harm.

The IMPAC3T-IP Crisis Scenario Toolbox

To help IP stakeholders navigate licensing in crisis situations, IMPAC3T-IP is developing a dedicated Crisis Scenario Toolbox as part of its broader Toolbox. This resource aims to equip licensing professionals, researchers, policymakers, and other key stakeholders with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to respond effectively to both unforeseen and preventable crises.

By providing clear guidance on policy frameworks, licensing agreements, and equitable access strategies, the toolbox enables more efficient and informed decision-making in times of crisis.

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IMPAC3T-IP's other two scenarios

Classical Plus

Classical Plus rethinks licensing by focusing on societal impact and accessibility, going beyond patents to include diverse intellectual assets.

Co-creation

Streamlines IP created by complex partnerships with multiple owners and diverse licensing objectives.