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AIPO begins 2026 with an IP Awareness Session for Ateneo Chemistry Students


On January 26, 2026, the Ateneo Intellectual Property Office (AIPO) conducted an intellectual property (IP) awareness session for BS Chemistry and Materials Science Engineering students of Dr Erwin P Enriquez. The session aimed to provide students with a foundational understanding of IP matters, specifically tailored to the needs of those studying chemistry and materials science engineering.


Mr Bryan Erfe, Business Development Officer at AIPO, kicked off the session with an engaging introduction to the office's services. He highlighted the importance of IP in research and innovation and explained how AIPO supports faculty, students, and researchers in generating, protecting, and commercializing their creations through various AIPO services.


Image: Mr Bryan Erfe discussing AIPO's three (3) departments and services, followed by Atty. Jillian Maxine Quimson covering the basics of IP matters (photo from left to right)
Image: Mr Bryan Erfe discussing AIPO's three (3) departments and services, followed by Atty. Jillian Maxine Quimson covering the basics of IP matters (photo from left to right)

An overview of Ateneo's IP policy was incorporated into the session, providing students with insight into the university's approach to IP protection and commercialization. This helped students understand the institutional framework that supports their work in academic and research settings.


The session also featured a comprehensive talk on basic IP matters by Atty Jillian Maxine Quimson, who tailored the discussion specifically for chemistry students. Atty Quimson explained the fundamentals of patents, utility models, and other IP assets relevant to the students' fields of study. The discussion helped demystify complex IP concepts and highlighted the significance of IP in the field of scientific innovation.



Image: Group photo of the students with the AIPO representatives and Dr Erwin Enriquez
Image: Group photo of the students with the AIPO representatives and Dr Erwin Enriquez

To wrap up the session, a quick Q&A portion was held, allowing students to ask questions and seek clarification on any IP-related topics. The session provided a valuable opportunity for students to engage directly with AIPO and further deepen their understanding of the importance of IP in their scientific fields.


The session was a great success, empowering students with knowledge that will aid them in their academic and professional journeys, fostering a stronger appreciation for the role of intellectual property in innovation.



For more IP-related sessions like this, you may visit www.aipo.ateneo.edu or email them at aipo@ateneo.edu. You may also check out their Facebook and LinkedIn pages for the latest updates and announcements.


29 Comments


hx Steven
Sep 15

It's great that AIPO is reaching chemistry and materials science students specifically, since patent awareness really does matter once research starts turning into actual inventions. The part about commercializing creations stood out to me, because that's usually the step students never hear about until much later. Speaking of images and ownership, this reminds me of how even a low quality picture maker can raise questions about what's original versus edited when you're putting together presentations or posters. Sounds like a solid start to 2026 for AIPO.

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It's good to see chemistry students learning about IP alongside their technical work. The same awareness matters when students image edit with AI for presentations, research materials, or creative projects.

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kiki
kiki
Aug 24

Really inspiring read about this IP awareness session for chemistry students! It’s so important for young science researchers to understand patent basics early in their studies. Great work by the whole AIPO team putting together this practical, student‑centered event. Congratulations on its great success!  --words

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