In this episode, we delve into the essentials of patent law within the European Union, exploring how patents provide inventors with exclusive rights to their inventions. We begin by examining the requirements for patentability—novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability—and discuss the types of inventions that can and cannot be patented under EU law. The episode also covers the application and grant process within the European Patent Office (EPO), including the differences between national patents, European patents, and the upcoming Unitary Patent, which aims to streamline patent protection across multiple Member States. We discuss opposition and revocation procedures, as well as infringement enforcement, and highlight key cases that have shaped EU patent law. Finally, we look at specific challenges in patenting fields like biotechnology and software, providing a complete overview of patent protection and enforcement in the EU.