جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Matthias Leistnerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Patent Law
• Copyright Law
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. jur. Matthias Leistner, LL.M. (Cambridge), holds the Chair of Civil Law and Intellectual Property Law with Information Law and IT Law (GRUR Chair) at the Faculty of Law, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich. His research focuses on German, European, and international patent law, including the European Unitary Patent (UPCA/UPC), standard essential patents (SEPs/FRAND), patent pools, and legal challenges in biotech, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and electronics. He also specializes in copyright law, data law, and regulatory frameworks for AI, platforms, and Industry 4.0, as well as trade secrets and licensing contracts. He teaches German and European Copyright Law (Summer Semester 2025) German and European Patent Law (Winter Semester 2024/25) and leads a seminar in Focus Area 3 for the winter semester. Contact: Phone: +49 89 2180-71240 Email: sekretariat.leistner@jura.uni-muenchen.de His work is affiliated with the German Association for the Protection of Industrial Property and Copyright (GRUR) and the Munich Centre for Patent Law Research (MUCPAT) .

Nishantha Sampath Punchihewaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Commercial Law
• Antitrust Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Nishantha Sampath Punchihewa is a Professor of Commercial Law and currently serves as Dean of the Faculty of Law at the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. He has been a Senior Fellow in the sub-project 'Digital Access to Library Content – Legal Frameworks in Germany and Sri Lanka' at the Centre for Advanced Study since 2024. His academic journey includes LL.B. from the University of Colombo (2000), LL.M. from Augsburg and Munich (2009), and a doctoral thesis on intellectual property law in Sri Lanka (2015). He was admitted to the bar in 2001 and has held teaching positions at multiple Sri Lankan universities since then, formalizing his role as a full professor in 2022. His research focuses on intellectual property rights and innovation, competition law, consumer protection, biotechnological inventions, IT law, and the interplay between human rights and IP. Notable areas of study include Sri Lanka's legal frameworks for patents, copyrights, and geographical indications like Ceylon Tea. He advocates for enhancing SME access to IP-based financing and promoting second-tier patent systems for local innovators. Punchihewa’s work bridges legal theory with practical applications, addressing challenges in digital rights management, tourism IP strategies, and sustainable innovation policies. His publications emphasize Sri Lanka’s unique legal landscape and its alignment (or misalignment) with global standards in IP and antitrust matters. He has advised extensively on policy reforms related to technology transfer, education curricula integration of IP concepts, and leveraging IP assets for national economic growth. His contributions have positioned him as a leading voice in South Asian legal scholarship, particularly in balancing commercial interests with ethical and developmental priorities.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Artificial Intelligence Law
• Unfair Competition Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Tim W. Dornis is a Professor at Leibniz University Hannover's Faculty of Law, holding dual affiliations with the German, European and International Civil and Commercial Law Section and the Institute of Legal Informatics. He serves as Deputy Representative for Professors in the Faculty Council, bridging legal academia and administrative governance. His research focuses on intellectual property law, artificial intelligence ethics, and private international law, with notable contributions to AI-generated content copyright issues, unitary patent systems, and digital market regulation. Dornis has authored over 50 publications since 2001, including works on FRAND licensing, standard-essential patents, and the legal implications of generative AI. He is also a qualified practitioner in private international law, addressing cross-border legal conflicts and jurisdictional challenges. His expertise spans doctrinal legal analysis, socio-economic perspectives on creativity rights, and the evolving intersection of technology with civil law frameworks. Research Interests: Intellectual Property Law and AI Unitary Patent System Challenges Unfair Competition in Digital Markets Private International Law Harmonization Recent Articles Highlight: Explores Generative AI's copyright implications , EU patent package ambiguities , and cross-border legal conflicts . Active in legal reform discussions around algorithmic accountability and automated contracting systems.

Dana Beldimanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• International Law
• Technology Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Dana Beldiman is a Professor of Law at UC Hastings College of the Law and Bucerius Law School, specializing in intellectual property (IP), international law, and technology policy. She holds academic roles including Academic Director of the Transnational Center for IP, Media and Technology Law and Policy, and co-directs the International IP Transactions Summer Program. Her expertise spans IP licensing, trademark protection, and the intersection of IP with human rights and global governance. Education: Dr. Juris (magna cum laude) from University of Bremen, LL.M. from Santa Clara University, J.D. from University of California, and advanced degrees from University of Bucharest and Academy of Economic Sciences. She is admitted to practice in California and holds memberships in numerous legal and professional organizations, including the International Trademark Association and the American Bar Association. Her research focuses on IP licensing, design law, digital rights, and global IP harmonization. Recent publications address spare parts protection under EU design law, the role of IP in shared knowledge environments, and challenges posed by digital innovation. She has authored over 20 books and articles, with a particular emphasis on comparative law and policy. Awards include Romania's Commander Order (2000) and AV Preeminent rating. She has advised governments, corporations, and international bodies on IP strategy, brand protection, and technology law. Beyond academia, she serves as Honorary Consul General of Romania and has held leadership roles in organizations such as the San Francisco Consular Corps and Women in International Trade.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Patent Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Eva Inés Obergfell is a Professor at the Faculty of Law, Humboldt University of Berlin, holding the Chair of Civil Law, Intellectual Property and Copyright Law, Private International Law and Comparative Law. From October 2016 to March 2023, Ronny Hauck served as the representative of her chair. Her research spans key legal domains: Intellectual Property Law Copyright Law Patent Law Trade Secret Law Civil Law Private International Law Comparative Law The chair offers specialized courses including Copyright, Licensing Contract Law, Advanced Patent Law, and Protection of Trade Secrets, taught to law and economics students across multiple semesters. Key affiliations include: Josef Kohler Research Institute Research Institute Property and Copyright in Democracy She actively participates in German-Argentine research cooperation, advancing international legal scholarship.

• Innovation Economics
• Competition Economics
• Privacy Policies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Bernhard Ganglmair is an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Mannheim and Head of the Junior Research Group 'Competition and Innovation' at ZEW (Leibniz Centre for European Economic Research). His roles include membership in the board of the Mannheim Centre for Competition and Innovation (MaCCI) and the steering group of the Competition Law and Economics European Network (CLEEN). He holds editorial positions at the International Journal of Industrial Organization and Economic Inquiry. Education: PhD in Economics from the University of Zurich (2011) Master's degree in Economics from the University of Linz Research Interests: Ganglmair's work focuses on innovation economics, competition policy, privacy policies, and contract theory. He employs both theoretical and empirical methods, including text-as-data approaches, to study topics like strategic information disclosure, technology standardization, and regulatory compliance. His research often bridges law and economics, examining how institutional frameworks influence market behavior and innovation outcomes. Grants and Projects: He leads projects funded by the DFG Collaborative Research Center Transregio 224 (EPoS) and the Women & Science Chair at Université Paris Dauphine - PSL. Recent work includes analyzing German privacy policy compliance, gender diversity in technology standardization, and patent claim dynamics. Labs and Activities: Ganglmair organizes workshops like the Disclosure, Information Sharing, and Secrecy (DISS) Conference and contributes to initiatives such as the MaCCI IO Day. He has held visiting positions at institutions like the University of Bologna and Boston University.

Jörn Müller-Quadeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cryptography
• IT Security
• Cybersecurity
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Jörn Müller-Quade is a leading expert in cryptography and IT security at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). He serves as Director of the KASTEL — Institute for Information Security and Reliability at KIT and heads the Cryptography and Security research group. Müller-Quade is also the head of the "IT Security, Privacy, Law and Ethics" working group at the Learning Systems Platform initiated by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. His work focuses on developing secure systems that can withstand intelligent attackers through rigorous mathematical models and cryptographic methods. Professor Müller-Quade's research spans multiple critical areas of modern digital security. His primary interests include cryptography, secure multi-party computations, privacy-preserving analytics, and the intersection of artificial intelligence with security systems. He investigates how to develop security properties that can be mathematically proven, particularly against intelligent adversaries who constantly develop new attack methods. His work on cryptographic voting procedures demonstrates how seemingly contradictory requirements like ballot secrecy and verifiable counting can be simultaneously achieved. Müller-Quade also explores how AI systems change IT security landscapes, creating both new vulnerabilities and potential defense mechanisms. Analysis of Professor Müller-Quade's publications reveals consistent focus on practical security applications with societal impact. His work spans election security, patient data protection, surveillance debates, and industrial espionage prevention. A recurring theme is the need for security systems that remain robust against previously unknown attacks. His publications show increasing attention to AI's dual role in security - both as a tool for attackers and defenders. The evolution of his work demonstrates growing emphasis on European digital sovereignty and the need for mandatory cybersecurity standards. Professor Müller-Quade's notable achievements include: Receiving the German IT Security Award in 2008 for his "Bingo Voting" system Initiating and directing KASTEL, which evolved from a competence center to a permanent institute at KIT Contributing to influential white papers on AI security and medical applications of AI Providing expert testimony on critical security issues to policymakers As Director of KASTEL — Institute for Information Security and Reliability, Müller-Quade leads a major interdisciplinary research effort that brings together cryptographers, IT security experts, software engineers, lawyers, and network specialists. The institute focuses on "Engineering Secure Systems" for economically and socially relevant fields including energy, mobility, and production. Müller-Quade emphasizes the importance of evaluating security in a comprehensive manner, noting that security engineering should ideally encompass all aspects of a system. His team works closely with existing infrastructures to develop practical security solutions that address real-world challenges.

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Patent Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Peter Chrocziel is an Honorary Professor of Intellectual Property Law at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg since 1997. He has taught at the university since 1988 and maintains an active legal practice in Munich. His career spans academia, research, and international legal expertise in copyright and patent law. Education: Studied law at University of Erlangen-Nuremberg; PhD in Munich (1985); Master of Comparative Jurisprudence (MCJ) at New York University Professional Background: Assistant at Munich's Institute for Copyright Law; Research Associate at Max Planck Institute (1983-1989); Practiced law in the USA and Germany His research focuses on intellectual property law , copyright , patent law , and competition law , with a particular emphasis on international trade secret protection and software licensing. Publications include contributions to the World Intellectual Property Guidebook and the Munich Contract Handbook . Key trends in his work include international jurisdiction challenges (e.g., Enforcing Foreign Judgments in the United States ), pharmaceutical patent issues, and mediation frameworks in IP disputes. He co-edited Knowhow Protection, International Licensing and Technology Transfer: Practice and the Law (2008), reflecting his expertise in cross-border legal practices.

Ansgar Ohlyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Patent Law
• Copyright Law
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor Ansgar Ohly serves as a University Professor at the Faculty of Law, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, where he holds the Chair of Civil Law, Intellectual Property Law and Competition Law. His academic position places him within the Department of Civil Law at one of Germany's most prestigious law schools. Prof. Ohly's research interests focus on intellectual property law with particular emphasis on patent law, copyright law, and trademark law, along with related rights and unfair competition law. He shows special interest in EU and international law aspects of intellectual property and general principles applicable across intellectual property domains. The chair he leads co-edits the journal "Gewerblicher Rechtschutz und Urheberrecht" (GRUR), the copyright commentary founded by Gerhard Schricker, and significant commentaries on the German Act Against Unfair Competition (UWG) and on the protection of trade secrets. Prof. Ohly oversees a team of academic staff including Associate Professor Diana Liebenau, LL.M. (Harvard), and several scientific associates and assistants who contribute to both research and teaching activities. His academic leadership extends to lecture development across multiple intellectual property domains as evidenced by recent course materials including patent law (summer semester 2024), trademark law (summer semester 2025), fair trading law (winter semester 2024/2025), and International Intellectual Property Law (Winter Semester 2021/2022). His administrative responsibilities include managing the chair's operations with support from secretary Dawn-Yvette Ehlermann. The physical location of his office is at Ludwigstr. 29, 2nd floor, Room 206, in Munich.

Christoph Buchertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminal Law
• Criminal Procedure Law
• Intervention Law
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Christoph Buchert is a Professor of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure Law, and Intervention Law at the University of Police and Public Administration, Cologne . His work bridges academia and law enforcement, with a focus on legal frameworks governing police operations, data protection, and corporate compliance. Research Interests : Criminal law, procedural law, data protection, compliance systems, and police ethics. Awards : Recipient of the Teaching Award (2021/22) and the Förderpreis der Peregrinus-Stiftung für die Universität Mainz for his dissertation. Publications highlight trends in smart policing, GDPR compliance, whistleblower protections, and judicial reforms. His work spans book chapters, journal articles, and legal commentaries. Notable Contributions : Analysis of data privacy in police operations, legal implications of undercover policing, and corporate compliance mechanisms. Scientific Awards Förderpreis der Peregrinus-Stiftung (2016) Teaching Award (2021/22)

Sascha Abrarمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Copyright Law
• Design Law
• Trademark Law
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Sascha Abrar is a Lecturer at the Peter Behrens School of Arts , Hochschule Düsseldorf , specializing in Urheber-, Design- und Markenrecht (Copyright, Design, and Trademark Law). He practices at the boutique law firm Löffel Abrar Rechtsanwälte PartG mbB in Düsseldorf, focusing on Intellectual Property Law , Data Protection Law , and IT Law . His research and practice emphasize national/international IP litigation , digital accessibility compliance under the BFSG , and GDPR enforcement . He co-founded a specialized unit with international networks for trademark piracy , design imitation , and data protection claims . Scientific Awards : Recommended in WTR 1000 (2025) as World's Leading Trademark Professionals Ranked among top lawyers in Who's Who Legal (2024) by Lexology Awarded in Handelsblatt ranking 'Germany’s Best Lawyers 2024' He contributes to legal discourse on preliminary injunctions , procedural equality , and AI Regulation compliance , particularly regarding trade secrets . Contact: sascha.abrar@hs-duesseldorf.de | Website: loeffel-abrar.com

Juliana Krueger Pelaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property
• Corporate Law
• Capital Markets
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Juliana Krueger Pela is a Professor at the Law School of the University of São Paulo (FDUSP), where she has been affiliated since 2008. She specializes in Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Capital Markets, and Law and Economics, with a focus on topics such as golden shares, trade secrets, and efficient breach of contracts. Education: Undergraduate and Doctoral studies at FDUSP (graduated in 2001, PhD in 2007) Research Areas: Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Capital Markets, Law and Economics Publications: 5 notable works spanning 2012–2020, including studies on trade secrets, unfair competition, and corporate legal mechanisms Professional Role: Active professor and practicing lawyer in São Paulo Her work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical applications in business contexts, particularly in Brazilian corporate and intellectual property law. She has contributed to debates on legal reform and modernization of trade secret protections and competition law principles.

Jan Bernd Nordemannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Intellectual Property Law
• Copyright Law
• Trademark Law
• +۱۰ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Jan Bernd Nordemann is an Honorary Professor at Humboldt University of Berlin and a Partner at the law firm NORDEMANN. He specializes in intellectual property law, IT law, and related fields, offering strategic legal advice to clients across industries such as media, entertainment, pharmaceuticals, and technology. Nordemann is actively involved in academic activities, contributing to standard legal commentaries and shaping legislative processes at national and EU levels. His research and professional expertise focus on Intellectual Property Law , Copyright Law , Trademark Law , and IT Law , with an emphasis on AI legal frameworks, data protection, and antitrust issues in IP contexts. He co-authored influential works like Fromm/Nordemann im Urheberrecht and Ingerl/Rohnke/Nordemann (expected 2020), and leads initiatives to integrate legal technology and innovation into client strategies. Prof. Dr. Nordemann has received notable accolades, including: Best Lawyer® 2023 for Entertainment Law in Berlin WirtschaftsWoche Recommended Lawyer 2022 for Copyright Law JUVE Handbuch Often Recommended 2023 for Intellectual Property and Media Law In his advisory role, he guides clients on trademark registration, copyright enforcement, and licensing strategies while ensuring compliance with antitrust and data protection regulations. He represents clients in high-stakes litigation involving patents, trade secrets, and competition law violations. His work at NORDEMANN emphasizes collaboration with legal tech firms to enhance efficiency and maintain leadership in IP law. Nordemann is part of a multidisciplinary team recognized for excellence, including awards such as the 2024 JUVE Handbuch's 'Law Firm of the Year' in media law. His contributions bridge academia and practice, ensuring legal solutions are informed by cutting-edge research and industry demands.

• European Business Law
• International Commercial Law
• Intellectual Property Law
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Andrea Wechsler is a Professor of Private Business Law at Pforzheim University, serving in the School of Business. She holds M.A. (Oxford), LL.M. (Columbia), and LL.M. (München) degrees. Her research focuses on European/international business law, with expertise in intellectual property, competition law, data protection, and mediation. She also works as a business mediator and advises on Asian law (especially China). From 2024/25, she will serve as a Member of the European Parliament until 2029. Her research integrates legal methodology emphasizing economic analysis and legal sociology. Key areas include: EU-China legal cooperation on standards 3D printing legal challenges Consumer protection and sustainable consumption Alternative dispute resolution systems Publications span 20+ years across leading law journals including Gewerblicher Rechtsschutz und Urheberrecht , China-EU Law Journal , and IIC . Her 2013 dissertation earned the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität award. Active in knowledge transfer through leadership roles in: Design Factory Pforzheim GründerWERK startup center Competence Center for Consumer Research (vunk) Professional service includes: - Member of Baden-Württemberg Consumer Commission - Advisor to Bundesverband Direktvertrieb Deutschland - Editor for European Yearbook of International Economic Law series

Sara Bormannمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Accounting
• Management Control
• Incentive Contracts
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Sara Bormann is a Professor of Accounting and Management Control at Goethe-University Frankfurt's Faculty of Business Administration 2. Her research focuses on incentive contracts, relational contracts, and the interplay between internal and external information environments, with a particular emphasis on how personality traits influence managerial decision-making. She leads the TRR 266 - Accounting for Transparency project and a DFG-funded study on personality traits and incentives. Education: PhD (summa cum laude) from University of Mannheim (2015), postdoc at Washington University in St. Louis (2015-2017), and research stays at University of Michigan and Tilburg University. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks in management accounting with practical applications in organizational design. Recent publications explore trade secret protection, corporate governance perspectives, and the behavioral aspects of managerial forecasting. She actively participates in conferences like the EAA Annual Congress and Emerging Scholars in Accounting events. Bormann is a member of leading professional associations including the American Accounting Association and European Accounting Association. Her research grants include TRR 266 (DFG Collaborative Research Center) and the 'Personality Traits and Incentives' project. She advises on management control systems and transparency initiatives, collaborating with institutions like the Olin Business School and Frankfurt School of Finance and Management.