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Halter Vianney draws on a long tradition of watch-making know-how in order to create new and original watches, which are a celebration of their time.

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Takahashi Tomotaka patented his first robot model while he was still a student. For the young inventor, the robot's appearance has to be esthetically pleasing for a relationship between man and machine to develop. Takahashi wants to contribute to a future where it will be normal to have a pet robot at home.

Katsushige Nakamura's success is due to the strategic use of his numerous patents which allow him to build advantageous trade partnerships. Whatever Katsushige Nakamura dreams up, he will make a reality. Initially in the spatial field, Katsushige Nakamura moved on to medical technology. He has invented a solar-powered system which generates electricity and water. His project? Luscious green deserts!

Kiyoshi Amemiya's story is one of a life dedicated to a humanitarian mission. He became an inventor to come to the rescue of populations that are the victims of landmines. Perched on his incredible armored machines, Kiyoshi relentlessly battles on to reduce the number of explosive devices booby-trapping the planet.

In spite of still quite unsophisticated technical equipment, film production in Kenya is booming. Wanjiru appeals for better application of copyright so that artists are finally respected.

"Creating the future today" is an educational video which explains the role and importance of intellectual property and WIPO's mission.

WIPO public service announcement

WIPO public service announcement

Though gaining recognition for his work has been a hard, long slog, Nicolas Lavarenne is in a veritable state of grace during the creative process of sculpting. The magic makes him prefer the work he has not yet sculpted to the one he has finished.

John E. Maina explains that "Riverwood" in Nairobi produces more than 1000 films per year, with thousands of copies sold locally. The digital format is shaping a new film industry and revealing new talents.

The process of inducing flowering of mango trees using potassium nitrate has revolutionized the mango market. Happy that his discovery is benefiting the farmers, the modest Dr.Ramón Barba almost forgot to patent it !

Speaking at the opening of the annual meeting of WIPO Assemblies (September 2010), the world-famous singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder calls on the international community to take action to enhance accessibility for all those with physical disabilities. Stevie Wonder challenges delegates to conclude an agreement on improved accessibility to copyright protected works by visually impaired persons (VIPs) within a year. --Excerpts--The press release can be found at http://www.wipo.int/pressroom/en/articles/2010/article_0035.htmlhttp://www.wipo.int/about-wipo/en/stevie_wonder/

"Eole Water" : a life-changing innovation !"You give us wind, we give you water", Marc Parent, a French inventor and entrepreneur, believes his pioneering technology, which harvests the humidity in the air by using the power of the wind, offers a solution to the widespread water shortage of populations in isolated and rural areas.

On April 26, 2010, WIPO celebrates the 10th anniversary of World Intellectual Property Day.