Title: A tale of two systems: comparative intellectual property rights management in Türkiye and the USA

Authors: Esra Dundar Aravacik; Serhat Burmaoglu

Addresses: Department of Health Management, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Health Law, Izmir, Türkiye; School of Biomedical Engineering Science and Health Systems, Drexel University, Philadelphia, USA ' Department of Health Management Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Izmir, Türkiye; Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Economics and Administrative Sciences, Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

Abstract: This study conducts a comparative analysis of intellectual property rights management (IPRM) between Türkiye and the USA and aims to reveal the complexities of the legal frameworks, institutional structures and practical implementations of IPR strategies in both jurisdictions. By delving into the historical evolution of IPR laws, this paper highlights how legislative milestones have influenced innovation and economic shifts towards knowledge-based economies in countries. A detailed comparative analysis, encapsulated in a comprehensive table, lays the groundwork for understanding the effectiveness of IPRM in fostering innovation and economic development. The findings reveal that while the USA benefits from a robust IPR framework that significantly contributes to its global innovation leadership, Türkiye's evolving IPR system showcases a commitment to strengthening its intellectual property rights, albeit with room for enhancement, particularly in enforcement and technology transfer. This comparative insight also provides a blueprint for emerging economies seeking to optimise their IPR.

Keywords: intellectual property rights management; legal framework; IPRM policy; Türkiye; USA; innovation ecosystem.

DOI: 10.1504/IJIPM.2025.147795

International Journal of Intellectual Property Management, 2025 Vol.15 No.4, pp.404 - 426

Received: 21 Mar 2024
Accepted: 10 Jun 2024
Published online: 01 Aug 2025 *

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