Published Overview AI is shaping scientific IP search practice with promises of unprecedented efficiency and retrieval. However, the key to unlocking AI’s potential in the IP search space—while mitigating risk—lies in high-quality data and expert curation....
Published The question has moved from law firm strategy meetings into urgent territory: should we build our own AI solution, or buy one? It’s a fair question—and for most patent practices, the answer is clearer than it might first appear. AI is no longer a...
Published Effective intellectual property (IP) research requires precision, speed, and access to comprehensive data. CAS IP Finder, powered by STN™, continues the STN® legacy by enabling trusted, accurate searches without the complexity of traditional systems....
Published A conversation with Gary Gustafson, Ph.D. Gary Gustafson, Ph.D., a medicinal chemist turned CAS IP expert, spent decades in the lab and in industry, including roles at startup companies developing new therapeutics. In this Q&A, Gary discusses practical...
Published The patent industry has embraced technology at every stage of the lifecycle, yet many senior IP leaders would acknowledge a persistent frustration: despite better tools, the overall workflow still feels inefficient. The reason is structural. Most patent...
Published Strategic patent portfolio planning is only as effective as the data that supports it. Patent classification serves as the bedrock of an intellectual property (IP) department. It is the primary mechanism that allows a company to find, value, and defend its...