Innovation Management and Technology Transfer in China: The Big Picture and the Little Details
July 22, 2010
Experienced industry executives and Foley China Practice attorneys participated in a Web conference as part of our Global Marketplace — Eye on China: Web Series, which explored the hotbeds for innovation in China as well as practical strategies for effectively navigating the complexities of technology export and development.
Specific topics included:
- What is the current state of life science technology development in China?
- How is the commercialization of new technology really viewed in China?
- Where in China is technology being developed?
- Who are China’s gatekeepers to new innovation?
- What are the potential pitfalls when partnering to develop new technology in China?
- How can companies structure deals to mitigate or avoid disputes down the road?
Moderator:
- James F. Ewing, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP
Speakers:
- James C. Chapman, Partner, Foley & Lardner LLP
- Greg B. Scott, Founder and President, ChinaBio LLC
- Guang Yang, Associate Director, Discovery Technology, GSX RD China
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