By European Patent Office
The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.
When embarking on your EQE journey, there are quite a few items on your to-do list. From figuring out where to register and the code of conduct to how to use the examination tools, navigating these formal requirements with confidence will help put you on the path towards acing the exam. In the first part of this episode, we’ll speak to an expert to make sure you know everything you need to about these requirements.
In the second half you’ll hear from a recent candidate and
Moderator
Andrew Hards, European Patent Attorney and EQE tutor)
Speakers
Elena Schuman, Head of Department for EQE and Certifications, European Patent Office
Mozhdeh Seifi, Patent Examiner, European Patent Office
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Paper F will be sat for the first time during the spring 2025 European Qualifying Examination (EQE). In this episode, you’ll learn strategies and tips to help you understand and prepare for Paper F from a highly experienced patent attorney and candidate trainer. We'll also dive into the topic of declarative knowledge and shed light on the training courses and resources available to help you thrive.
Moderator:
Andrew Hards, European Patent Attorney and EQE tutor
Guest:
Oana Boncea, European Patent Attorney and member of the epi Professional Education Committee
Further resources:
https://www.epo.org/en/learning/learning-resources-profile/eqe-candidates
Compendium (past papers)
EQE Guide for Preparation
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The European Qualifying Examination is adopting an
In this episode, an expert breaks down the new structure
Moderator:
Andrew Hards, European Patent Attorney and EQE tutor
Speaker:
Alejandro Flores Jiménez, Management Coordinator in Patent Intelligence, European Patent Office
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Key figures from the intellectual property (IP) community discuss the perceptions of quality and shared effort between the EPO and applicants in driving patent quality.
This episode explores key questions, including why patent quality is essential for businesses and how users can shape it. The conversation covers collaborative tools, legal robustness and ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing clarity and consistency within the patent process.
Steve Rowan, EPO, Vice-President Patent Granting Process
Peter R. Thomsen, Institute of Professional Representatives before the EPO (epi), President
Moderator:
Joff Wild, Sisvel, Head of Content, and IAM, former Editor in Chief
More information:
Quality at the EPO
Are you curious about the sweeping changes coming to the European Qualifying Examination (EQE)? In the first episode of our series on the modernised EQE, experts explain the changes made to the exam and how these improvements will transform the way candidates are trained and tested. Join us as we explore the highlights of EQE reform, delve into its goals and benefits and share what future EQE candidates can expect as they embark on their path to becoming qualified patent professionals!
Moderator: Andrew Hards, European Patent Attorney and EQE tutor
Guests:
Xavier Seuba, Principal Director Patent Intelligence, European Patent Office
Tiem Reijns, member of the EQE working group and Vice-President of the Institute of Professional Representatives before the EPO
Further information:
All EQE 2025 podcasts (playlist)
Learning resources for EQE and EPAC candidates
Online "Preparing for EQE Paper F” course
EQE Guide for Preparation
Learn more about the EQE
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EQE 2025: Reformed and ready for the future
The EPO is transforming the way patent practitioners are trained and tested. With a redesigned format and new content, the modernised European Qualifying Examination gives candidates the chance to demonstrate their legal knowledge and skills to prepare them for the real-world challenges they’ll face.
In this 4-episode podcast series, published from September onwards, you will hear experts discuss the reasons for this reform as well as learn about its benefits for candidates. We’ll go into detail about what this reformed approach looks like and explore how next year’s new Paper F will help candidates with mastering the legal foundations they will rely on during their entire career.
Subscribe to “Talk innovation: patent professional edition”
Register now for the Paper F preparatory course
EQE on epo.org
EQE guide for preparation
Reflections on the first year
The new Unitary Patent system has been in operation
Moderator: Jeremy Philpott, EPO Communications manager
Guest: Marek Bury, European patent attorney, partner at Bury and Bury in Warsaw
Almost 8% of patent filings at the EPO in 2023 were for computer technology, which includes the rapidly growing field of artificial intelligence. But which types of AI are growing especially fast and why? What do experts mean when they say that 2024 is the year of the embodiment of AI? And could the next superantibiotic be designed by AI?
Moderator:
Jeremy Philpott, EPO Communications manager
Guests:
Wiebke Hinrichs, EPO patent examiner
André Fonseca dos Santos, EPO patent examiner
EPO's Patent Index 2023
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Is offshore wind energy the key to solving the climate crisis? A recent joint report reveals insightful findings, highlighting challenges and opportunities in this growing sector. Join study authors from the European Patent Office and International Renewable Energy Agency as they discuss this clean energy source.
Full report
Guests:
Francisco Boshell, Head Innovation and End Use Applications, IRENA
Jaidev Dhavle, Associate Programme Officer, Innovation for the Energy Transition, IRENA
Johannes Schaaf, EPO patent intelligence expert
Moderator:
Geert Boedt, EPO patent data analyst
When dealing with disability, is gene therapy an ethical solution? Can technology encourage a more equitable world? Does society truly listen to people with a disability?
In this special edition, we’ll meet several authors seeking answers to these complex questions. We’ll hear their creations before learning about the inspiration behind each tale. "Who am I?" by Brian Routledge, "L’ Expo" by Christophe Poizat and "Mosaïque" by Paule Gilis were the winning entries in EPO’s writing competition on the theme disability and innovation. The contest was open to all staff and formed part of our celebrations for the 50th anniversary of the European Patent Convention. Brian’s story also won the 2023 essay competition organised by the Brain journal and is published there (link below).
"Who am I" by Brian Routledge on epo.org
"Who am I" by Brian Routledge in the "Brain" Journal
"The exhibition" by Christophe Poizat on epo.org
"Mosaic" by Paule Gilis on epo.org
The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.