International Copyright and Access to Knowledge (Cambridge Intellectual Property and Information Law)
Cambridge University Press, 3/3/2016
EAN 9781107023062, ISBN10: 1107023068
Hardcover, 278 pages, 23.6 x 16 x 2.2 cm
Language: English
The principle of Access to Knowledge (A2K) has become a common reference point for a diverse set of agendas that all hope to realize technological and human potential by making knowledge more accessible. This book is a history of international copyright focused on principles of A2K and their proponents. Whilst debate and discussion so far has covered the perspectives of major western countries, the author's fresh approach to the topic considers emerging countries and NGOs, who have fought for the principles of A2K that are now fundamental to the system. Written in a clear and accessible style, the book connects copyright history to current problems, issues and events.
1. Introduction
Part I. Ideas
Principles of Access
2. Access and development
3. Access to scientific knowledge
4. Access to education, libraries, and traditional knowledge
5. Access to news
6. Access to translations
Part II. Interests
7. The role and inclusion of developing countries in international copyright
8. The role and inclusion of NGOs in international copyright
9. The role and inclusion of indigenous peoples in international copyright
Part III. Institutions
10. Institutional aspects of international copyright at WIPO.