Case analysis of patent law

1, an institute. Because Li Ming is an inventor and the invention is a service invention, the right to apply for a patent belongs to the unit, that is, an institute.

2, no. Because Li Ming has made inventions related to his work or tasks assigned by his original unit within 1 year after he was transferred from his original unit, it belongs to service inventions. The right to apply for a patent belongs to the original unit, that is, an institute.

Three, yes.

4. It can be done.

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6. The transfer of the patent right is invalid. Where a patent right is assigned, the parties concerned shall conclude a written contract and register it with the patent administration department of the State Council. The transfer of the right to apply for a patent or the patent right shall take effect from the date of registration.