Mekelle University Hosts Two-Day Intensive Training on Intellectual Property, Patents, and Innovation Management
Mekelle University (MU) is currently hosting a two-day training program at its Main Campus, held at the CDANR Conference Hall. This comprehensive workshop is part of MU’s strategic initiatives to fulfill its Performance Contracting Agreement commitments and to strengthen the university’s capacity in intellectual property (IP) management.
Organized collaboratively by the Entrepreneurship and Technology Incubation Directorate (ETID), the Ethiopian Institute of Technology – Mekelle (EiT-M), and the Ethiopian Intellectual Property Authority (EIPA), the training aims to empower MU staff with vital knowledge and skills related to IP rights, patent application processes, and the commercialization of innovative research outcomes.
This initiative underscores MU’s commitment to fostering a vibrant culture of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship within the university community. Participants are expected to gain practical insights that will enhance their ability to protect, manage, and leverage intellectual property, ultimately contributing to the university’s broader goal of becoming a leading hub for innovation and technological advancement in Ethiopia.