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Q:When does submission commence?
A:Submissions commence from 25 October 2021 12:30pm (GMT +8) onwards. Please visit jirfp.innovation-challenge.sg for more details.
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Q:When is the deadline for submission?
A:The submission deadline is 21 February 2022 4:00pm (GMT+8).
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Q:Who is eligible to participate in the call?
A:Refer to grant call document, “Information on Grant Call”, on hosting website.
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Q:How can I participate in the call?
A:All eligible innovators can participate by submitting their proposal at the statement details page.
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Q:What is the funding support?
A:Refer to grant call document, “Information on Grant Call”, on hosting website.
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Q:How would I know if my application is shortlisted?
A:We aim to inform shortlisted participants via email by September 2022 with instructions on the next steps. However, the timeline may be subject to changes depending on prevailing circumstances.
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Q:What are your policies on intellectual property (“IP”) protection and confidentiality obligations?
A:Refer to grant call document, “Information on Grant Call”, on hosting website.
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Q:I am currently filing a patent for this submitted solution; can I check if my submitted proposal is treated confidential?
A:JTC, EMA and IPI acknowledge that the information provided by companies in the proposals could be sensitive and will ensure that such information is handled with care. However, we do not advise companies to submit information deemed confidential.
The companies should not disclose any information relating to the provisional patent until after it has been filed. Despite that, it is advisable that the participant exercises caution in disclosing only necessary information for the purpose of submitting his/her/its proposal. This is because there is no assurance that the participant’s concept, after converting to a patent application, would be granted eventually to offer him/her/it the needed protection, especially if what was filed was just an idea/concept. Therefore, IPI advises the participant to either approach IPOS or engage a patent attorney for professional advice.
