Innovation Council Summary of Closing Innovation and Intellectual Property Diversity Gaps

Innovation Council presents the summary of Closing Innovation and Intellectual Property Diversity Gaps: A Global Literature Review. Authored by Elodie Carpentier, Jennifer Brant, Utsav Bahl, Aikaterini Kanellia, the report was published in the WIPO Economic Working Paper Series no. 86.

This academic paper explores the underrepresentation of women and people from other historically underrepresented groups in patenting and innovation. It highlights the economic and societal benefits of closing these gaps through an extensive review of existing research on the topic. The authors share insights for fostering more inclusive and equitable innovation ecosystems, making recommendations for a wide range of stakeholders.

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