Intellectual Property Rights
The Health Academy holds various types of intellectual property, including but not limited to copyrights, trademarks, designs, specifications, concepts, educational materials, digital resources, and databases. These intellectual properties are protected under the applicable intellectual property laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Intellectual Property Policy
The Intellectual Property Policy of the Health Academy aims to protect intellectual property rights developed within the organization, encourage creativity and innovation, and respect the intellectual property rights of external parties. The policy is aligned with applicable laws, regulations, and intellectual property protection frameworks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Intellectual Property Definitions
- Invention: A new technical solution or innovation that may be protected through intellectual property rights.
- Author: The individual who creates an intellectual work, including literary, artistic, educational, or scientific works.
- Copyright: A set of rights granted to creators over their original works, including moral and material rights.
- Trademark: Any distinctive sign used to identify and distinguish goods or services, including names, symbols, logos, or other identifying elements.
Trade Secrets
- Information that is not generally known among professionals in the relevant field.
- Information that has commercial value due to its confidentiality.
- Information protected through reasonable measures taken by the rightful owner.
Policy Objectives
- Promote innovation and the development of knowledge-based initiatives.
- Raise awareness of intellectual property rights and applicable regulations.
- Protect the Health Academy’s intellectual property and prevent unauthorized use or infringement.
Scope of the Policy
This policy applies to all intellectual property matters related to the Health Academy, including copyrights, trademarks, educational resources, digital content, and other protected materials. It applies to all employees, consultants, partners, and relevant stakeholders of the organization.
Intellectual Property Management
- The Health Academy may assign intellectual property management responsibilities to a designated department or committee responsible for implementing the policy, documenting intellectual property assets, and protecting related rights.
- The responsible department ensures compliance with intellectual property agreements, including confidentiality agreements, research collaborations, and partnership arrangements.
- Any intellectual property created or developed within the organization will be managed, protected, and utilized according to the Health Academy’s policies and applicable regulations.
Disclosure Policy
The Health Academy requires the disclosure of intellectual property developed by employees and relevant stakeholders within the specified timeframe. All disclosed information is documented, classified, and maintained confidentially.
Evaluation and Action
The Health Academy evaluates disclosed intellectual property professionally within the defined timeframe and communicates the outcome to the relevant parties. Appropriate actions are then taken based on the evaluation results and mutual agreement.