Eric Feinstein

CEO | Clarapath

Eric Feinstein is the CEO of Clarapath, a medical robotics company headquartered in Hawthorne, NY, changing the way pathology laboratories process biopsies. He brings a variety of perspectives as an operator and investor in medical devices, software, healthcare IT and services.

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May 27, 2026

Protecting Innovation in Robotics: IP Strategies that Work
2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
252 B

As robotics technologies advance, securing intellectual property is more critical—and more complex—than ever. This panel will explore practical IP strategies that robotics innovators can use to safeguard their inventions, navigate global patent landscapes, and maintain competitive advantage in a fast-evolving field. Speakers will address the following key points:

Implementing processes to identify and protect novel technologies

Ensuring strong protection for AI innovations, including balancing patent and trade secret options

Developing a strategic patent portfolio—using both offensive and defensive strategies—to secure a competitive edge in the robotics market

Understanding the robotics patent landscape to guide product development, avoid infringement risks, and align IP strategy with technological roadmaps

Attracting investment and strengthening collaboration and licensing opportunities

Preparing for IP due diligence from both the investor/acquirer and target perspectives, with an emphasis on the unique considerations in the robotics sector.

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