Miranda Gurgenidze
Scientific Interests
  • Intellectual Property Law: Exploration of legal frameworks, case studies, and evolving jurisprudence concerning the protection, enforcement, and management of intellectual property rights across various domains such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. This includes an analysis of national and international intellectual property laws and their intersections with technological advancements and global trade. IP Security: Investigating the intricate nexus between intellectual property and security concerns, encompassing strategies, policies, and legal measures designed to safeguard intellectual assets against unauthorized access, infringement, cyber threats, and illicit exploitation. This involves assessing the legal and technological dimensions of protecting intellectual property rights in digital environments. European Patent Law: Delving into the complexities and developments within the European patent system, including the examination of European Patent Convention (EPC) principles, case law from the European Patent Office (EPO), unified patent mechanisms like the Unitary Patent, and comparative analyses with national patent laws within the European Union. Unfair Competition: Studying the legal framework governing unfair competition practices, focusing on laws and regulations addressing deceptive trade practices, antitrust concerns, and the protection of fair market competition. This includes analyzing case law, statutes, and evolving jurisprudence to understand the boundaries and implications of unfair competition in various jurisdictions. Civil Law: Investigating the foundational aspects, doctrines, and evolving trends within civil law systems, examining their application and relevance to intellectual property disputes. This includes exploring contract law, torts, property law, and procedural aspects, among other civil law principles, as they intersect with intellectual property rights and related legal issues.