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A new executive decree paves the way for research professors and students to sell their patents

Publication of an executive decree published in issue no. 06 of the Official Gazette establishes the standard status of public scientific and technological institutions:
 For the first time, the law allows research professors of various categories and students to sell their patents and exploit them for financial gain,
 The law clarifies how financial returns are distributed in varying proportions among the parties involved in research activities conducted by research professors, students, assistants and interns,
 A share of sales revenue will be given to higher education and scientific research, as well as professional institutions that host and support research activities and have obtained patents.

Regarding the research conducted with private resources:
 A maximum of 80 % is allocated as compensation to those involved in completing the research;
 A minimum of 20 % is directed to the institution’s budget.

Link to the Official Gazette:
https://www.joradp.dz/FTP/jo-arabe/2026/A2026006.pdf