Conducting a thorough prior art search in nanotechnology is essential for several reasons: - Avoiding Infringement: Ensures that your invention does not infringe on existing patents. - Determining Patentability: Helps in assessing whether your invention meets the criteria of novelty and inventive step. - Strategic Planning: Informs your research and development strategy by identifying gaps and opportunities. - Saving Resources: Prevents investment in ideas that cannot be patented or are already known.
