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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · 14d

Are you interested in IP Law, Technology and Governance of Innovation?

Our Technology, Governance and IP Law Group (TGIPG) is officially operational.

Stay tuned and contact us for more info.

@cblpleeds.bsky.social @lawatleeds.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Technology, Governance and Intellectual Property Law Group (TGIPG)

essl.leeds.ac.uk

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EU Untangled @eu-untangled.bsky.social · 29d

🚨 New Episode Alert 🚨

@anzapp.bsky.social, Associate Professor at the @universityofleeds.bsky.social, helps us untangle the EU’s most flavorful rules: Geographical Indications (GI).

But how exactly do GIs work? Who decides what makes the cut?

www.untangled-podcast.eu/tastes-like-...

Tastes like Europe: how the EU protects its most famous products

What do Champagne, Halloumi and Parma ham all have in common? They’re not just delicious — they’re protected. Andrea Zappalaglio helps us unpack the world of geographical indications (GIs), the EU’s…

www.untangled-podcast.eu

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Sep 3

Fantastic and fun book launch event at #CCLS @qmul.bsky.social

With
@grahamdutfield.bsky.social
#EnricoBonadio
#NatalieCorthesy

@universityofleeds.bsky.social @lawatleeds.bsky.social

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Sep 3

Discussing IP and Sustainability at @biicl.bsky.social at a beautiful event organised by #NatalieCorthesy

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University of Leeds - School of Law @lawatleeds.bsky.social · Aug 7

📢 It's that time! This month's @policyleeds.bsky.social signpost includes our very own @anzapp.bsky.social's upcoming webinar:

'Role of food quality labels in global sustainability and rural development'
🗓️ 17 September
⏰ 12–12:40pm
📍 Online

Read more and register here 👇
tinyurl.com/zcankk7j

Policy Leeds signpost, August 2025

New transport partnership launches, citizen engagement guides for Parliaments, plus research on climate action, health inequalities, and…

tinyurl.com

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Global Food and Environment Institute @globalfoodleeds.bsky.social · Aug 1

Join us Wed 17 Sept, 12.00–12.40pm.

Hear Dr @anzapp.bsky.social on: 'Role of food quality labels in global sustainability & rural development'.

We’ll explore trends in food quality labels, especially Geographical Indications—trademarks protecting products tied to regions like cheeses & wines.

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Global Food and Environment Institute @globalfoodleeds.bsky.social · Jul 22

Join us Wed 17 Sept, 12.00–12.40pm.

Hear Dr @anzapp.bsky.social on: 'Role of food quality labels in global sustainability & rural development'.

We’ll explore trends in food quality labels, especially Geographical Indications—trademarks protecting products tied to regions like cheeses & wines.

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Jul 4

It is a pleasure to announce that I have been appointed as a member of the #EuropeanLawInstitute . I am honored to join such a distinguished institution, and I will do my best to contribute to the development of a strong and fair EU law frame. @universityofleeds.bsky.social @lawatleeds.bsky.social

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Jun 10

Happy to see that the quality of our research is among the best in the Country according to the ranking.

University of Leeds - School of Law @lawatleeds.bsky.social · Jun 10

🎉 The School of Law has climbed to 18th in the UK in the 2026 Complete University Guide for Law — up 2 places from last year!

Out of 100+ institutions ranked, we’re proud of our community for making this happen. 🙌

#LawSky #HE

Photo of the Liberty Building at sunset. Overlay text reads: #News - Success for the School of Law in the Complete University Guide 2026 Subject League Table!

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Jun 10

Today our Technology, Governance and IP Group at @lawatleeds.bsky.social has signed a memorandum with the School of IP of Southwest University of Political Science and Law of Chongqing. We look forward to making great things together!
@universityofleeds.bsky.social @grahamdutfield.bsky.social

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · May 28

For more info on the volume, see here:

Intellectual Property and Cannabis

‘The book stands out as one of the most comprehensive and insightful works on the intersection of intellectual property (IP) and cannabis. It is not only academically rigorous, but also offers a pract...

www.e-elgar.com

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · May 28

I am truly flattered that #EnricoBonadio , #NatalieCortesy and #YentilWilliams have invited me to write the closing remarks for their fascinating volume on 'IP Law and Cannabis'. Thank you!

@lawatleeds.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social @cblpleeds.bsky.social

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Global Food and Environment Institute @globalfoodleeds.bsky.social · May 14

GFEI spotlight: Dr Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social is an Associate Professor Intellectual Property Law, @lawatleeds.bsky.social

His research focus is on Intellectual Property related to sustainability, especially in the field of food production and rural development.

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Global Food and Environment Institute @globalfoodleeds.bsky.social · May 14

Find out more about Andrea's research below or connect with him at @anzapp.bsky.social

👉 essl.leeds.ac.uk/law/staff/29...

👉 www.researchgate.net/profile/Andr...

👉 leeds.academia.edu/AndreaZappal...

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Amnesty International @amnesty.org · May 3

Israeli forces have turned the occupied Gaza Strip into one of the most dangerous places on Earth for media workers.

No journalist should ever be targeted for carrying out their work.

Blue press helmet lies on top of a blue press vest, on top of a body covered in white cloth.

Text on screen reads: 'Israel's war on Gaza is the deadliest conflict for media workers ever recorded'

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Apr 27

Fantastic workshop the future of Business Law organised at @cblpleeds.bsky.social in cooperation with @durhamuniversity.bsky.social . Thanks to all the organisers and those who made this possible! @lawatleeds.bsky.social

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University of Leeds - School of Law @lawatleeds.bsky.social · Apr 23

Congratulations to all the editors and contributors on the publication of this excellent new volume! 📚🥳

#OpenAccess #NewBook #Academia #AcademicSky #LawSky #AgriFood #GeographicalIndications

@cblpleeds.bsky.social

Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Apr 22

The edited volume 'Worldwide Perspectives on Geographical Indications' is OUT! It includes the contribution 'EU Registered Silent GIs', authored by myself, Andrea Marescotti and Giovanni Belletti.

The book is available open access:

link.springer.com/book/10.1007...

Worldwide Perspectives on Geographical Indications

This is an open access book in partnership with the FAO which explores global perspectives through selected case studies on geographical indicators.

link.springer.com

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Apr 22

I decided to shake laziness away and open an Academia.edu account. Now you can find all my main works here:

leeds.academia.edu/AndreaZappal...

Andrea Zappalaglio - University of Leeds

Dr Andrea Zappalaglio is Associate Professor in Intellectual Property Law at the University of Leeds (UK). He is widely recognised as a leading scholar in the…

leeds.academia.edu

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Apr 22

@lawatleeds.bsky.social @researchleeds.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Apr 22

The edited volume 'Worldwide Perspectives on Geographical Indications' is OUT! It includes the contribution 'EU Registered Silent GIs', authored by myself, Andrea Marescotti and Giovanni Belletti.

The book is available open access:

link.springer.com/book/10.1007...

Worldwide Perspectives on Geographical Indications

This is an open access book in partnership with the FAO which explores global perspectives through selected case studies on geographical indicators.

link.springer.com

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Apr 9

Busy on-field research day, meeting with producers of niche foods struggling due to climate change. Now back home with boot full of rare spirits, cheeses, vegs and fruit of super top quality.

I love my job.

#food #gi #quality #climatechange #sustainability #ruraldevelopment

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Social Research Methods at Leeds @srmleeds.bsky.social · Apr 3

More methods at Leeds!
Join us on the 15th of May to hear @pwgtennant.bsky.social discuss 'Good and bad controls: an introduction to causal diagrams'
Further information and link to register below,
socialresearchmethods.leeds.ac.uk/events/good-...

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · Mar 17

Italy one of five ‘dismantlers’ causing ‘democratic recession’ in Europe, report says

Civil liberties report warns that Italy along with Bulgaria, Croatia, Romania and Slovakia intentionally undermining rule of law ‘in nearly all aspects’ Italy’s government has profoundly undermined the rule of law with changes to the judiciary and showed…

www.theguardian.com

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Leverhulme Extinction Studies DTP @extinctionleeds.bsky.social · Feb 5

"You say potato, I say biocultural heritage that safeguards global food security" - Extinction Studies PhD student Sarah Oakes shares her thoughts on the importance of diverse food crops https://buff.ly/40D8zW0 #extinction #foodsecurity #potato

You say potato, I say biocultural heritage that safeguards global food security - Priestley Centre for Climate Futures

You are what you eat, goes the saying. What we put into our bodies has a significant impact on them. It literally becomes part of us, alchemizing with the genes bestowed by our ancestors’ dietary…

buff.ly

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Andrea Zappalaglio @anzapp.bsky.social · Mar 4

Thanks Igor, you are too kind

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