Pedro Henrique D. Batista

Dr. Pedro Henrique D. Batista is a Senior Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Innovation and Competition, specializing in intellectual property law with a focus on innovation, biotechnology, genetic resources, and traditional knowledge. His research addresses regulatory frameworks for biodiversity, patent law reforms, and the intersection of IP with public health and climate change.

Education:

• PhD in Law, Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (2013-2024)
• LL.M., Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (2012-2013)
• Bachelor of Law, University of São Paulo (2006-2011)

Research explores the legal challenges of emerging technologies, including CRISPR and digital genetic sequences, and policy solutions for equitable innovation. His work critically examines international agreements like the Nagoya Protocol and TRIPS flexibilities.

Publications emphasize regulatory coherence in intellectual property, with recent focus on WIPO reforms, antimicrobial resistance incentives, and climate-related patent frameworks. Articles frequently engage with EU law, Latin American IP systems, and global governance.

Awards:

• Finalist, Best Diploma Thesis Award, University of São Paulo Law School (2011)

Coordinates the Smart IP for Latin America Initiative and contributes to international bodies like the CBD Working Group on Digital Sequence Information. Part-time roles included editorship of GRUR International and IIC journals.