The essential role of intellectual property policies for educational and research institutions: a proposal to implement intellectual property policies in higher education institutions in the Republic of Armenia

Abstract

Learning, research, and civil engagement are core missions of educational and research institutions. These institutions enforce the transfer of knowledge to those in society who can use the investigations and educational materials for public good, and continue to contribute to the development of these resources. Stephen A. Merrill, the author of ¨Managing University Intellectual Property in the Public Interest¨ states that, ¨[The] transfers occur through publications, training and education of students, employment of graduates, conferences, consultations, and collaboration…¨ This means that educational and research institutions have, unknowingly, contributed to the greater good of research and the evolution of educative measures without protecting their intellectual property.