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Steven Weiner is a Lecturer at the Legal Studies and Business Ethics Department of The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. With three decades of experience in intellectual property (IP) strategy and business law, he combines expertise in law, technology, and corporate decision-making. His academic background includes a JD from Harvard Law School, a BS in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (focusing on AI) from MIT, and a BSE in Systems Science & Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania.
- Harvard Law School - JD
- MIT - BS in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (AI focus)
- University of Pennsylvania - BSE in Systems Science & Engineering
His research and teaching focus on IP strategy, patent analysis, and technology agreements, particularly in software, algorithms, and digital media. He emphasizes how IP protection shapes corporate decisions like mergers, venture funding, and market entry. Recent legal trends and data as a proprietary asset are also key discussion points in his courses.
Steven teaches cross-disciplinary courses including:
- EAS 5070 - Intellectual Property & Business Law for Engineers
- LGST 7290 - Intellectual Property Strategy
- MGMT 2290/7290 - Intellectual Property Strategy
His courses examine how patents create competitive advantage, analyze corporate IP playbooks, and explore alternatives to traditional patent strategies in the context of real-world technologies.
