10 Jul Bayh-Dole Coalition Congratulates Laura Peter on WIPO Confirmation
WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 10, 2026) — Today, Executive Director of the Bayh-Dole Coalition Joseph P. Allen released the following statement congratulating Bayh-Dole Coalition Advisory Council member Laura A. Peter on her confirmation to serve as Deputy Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization’s (WIPO) Patents and Technology Sector:
“Laura has been a tremendous champion for intellectual property, technology transfer, and innovation throughout her distinguished career, and we congratulate her on this well-deserved confirmation. From her leadership at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to her work advancing research commercialization in higher education and her service on the Bayh-Dole Coalition’s Advisory Council, Laura has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to strengthening the Bayh-Dole system and fostering an environment where new ideas can be transformed into applications that benefit society.
She understands that strong intellectual property rights and effective technology transfer are essential to addressing some of the world’s greatest challenges, from improving human health to advancing economic growth and strengthening national competitiveness. We join the innovation community in celebrating Laura’s confirmation and have every confidence that her experience, integrity, and dedication will serve WIPO and the global community exceptionally well.”
About the Bayh-Dole Coalition: The Bayh-Dole Coalition is a group of innovation-oriented organizations and individuals committed to celebrating and protecting the Bayh-Dole Act, as well as informing policymakers and the public of its many benefits.