Protecting Innovation in a Sustainable World: IPR Challenges and Opportunities in Multidisciplinary Research

Abstract In a time when innovation and sustainability go hand in hand, safeguarding intellectual property (IP) in interdisciplinary research poses special opportunities and concerns. This research paper explores how protecting intellectual property (IP) becomes more challenging and important when different fields like biotechnology, renewable energy, Artificial Intelligence, and green chemistry work together for sustainable development. It highlights issues such as patent rights, ownership disputes, and legal complications across borders. The paper also examines how policies, laws, and collaborative systems can help balance innovation with fair protection. It discusses challenges like open-access conflicts, overlapping patents, and ethical concerns in sustainable technologies, while also exploring opportunities like patent pooling, Creative Commons, and technology transfer. The study provides recommendations for researchers, policymakers, and institutions to handle IP complexities while promoting sustainable, innovative solutions.