Traditional Knowledge

Intellectual Property and Traditional Knowledge

Contents of Intellectual Property and Traditional Knowledge

Contents of this subject matter include:

• The nature and definition of Traditional Knowledge (TK) and Traditional Cultural Expressions (TCE)
• The nature and definition of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
• Overview of the International Treaty Framework relating to IPR, TK and TCE
• Outline of the major global concerns for Indigenous Peoples in relation to TK, TCE and IPR
• Film, Music and New Technology Industries
• Arts and Crafts, Cultural Objects and Tourism Industry
• Biotechnology Industry and Medicinal Knowledge
• Comparative Legal Frameworks: the Legal Framework governing TK. TCE and IPR
• Comparative Legal Frameworks: the Indian Legal Framework governing TK, TCE and IPR
• Comparative Legal Frameworks: the Chinese Legal Framework governing TK, TCE and IPR
• Current Developments