Larissa Alvarez is the Latam HUB Patent and Brazilian Patent Operations Coordinator at Daniel Law, with experience in leading technical teams responsible for handling patent and industrial design applications in Brazil and abroad, particularly in Latin America and the Caribbean. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from UFRJ, an MBA in Intellectual Property, Law, and Ethics, and a Master’s degree in Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer for Innovation from UFRJ.
In the knowledge-based economy, protecting intellectual property (IP) has become a crucial indicator of a nation’s technological and economic development. Latin America is no exception. Examining patent filing flows between Brazil and other Latin American countries offers valuable insights into regional innovation dynamics. Based on data from the Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (BPTO), this article presents an overview of patent activity from 2002 to 2021, highlighting key technology sectors, international partnerships, the use of fast-track mechanisms, and prospects for strengthening regional cooperation.