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On this page, you will find additional information about the Institute, the applicable laws and regulations, practical information sheets, and background on patent law. This gives you at-a-glance access to the core of our professional practice and the protection of intellectual property.<\/p>\n

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Rules & Regulations of the Institute<\/h3>\n

The Institute and its members are subjected to a number of legal provisions.<\/p>\n

Here you will find the relevant laws and internal regulations that govern our organization and procedures.<\/p>\n

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Patent law<\/h3>\n

Learn more about the basic principles and applications of patent law.<\/p>\n

Here you will find background information and explanations on the protection of inventions in Belgium and abroad.<\/p>\n

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Information Sheets – non-active in EN<\/h3>\n

The information sheets provide a practical and concise overview of the protected title, the right of representation, and the insurance.<\/p>\n

We regret to inform you that they are only accessible on the Dutch and French language versions of this website.<\/p>\n

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