Dr. Daniel Kraus

Professor

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Biography

Daniel Kraus is an experienced professor and attorney specializing in intellectual property, technology, and innovation law. With decades of expertise, he has held significant positions such as a deputy judge at the Swiss Federal Patent Court and has been a prominent figure in the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property. He completed his graduate studies at the University of Geneva and earned an LL.M. from King’s College London, where he also received the prestigious Walther Hug Prize for his doctoral thesis on parallel imports of patented products. Daniel has co-authored influential works on blockchain law, trademarks, patents, and copyright law, and is a frequent speaker at international conferences. His expertise includes advising on copyright, licensing, and open-source compliance, as well as navigating emerging regulatory frameworks for artificial intelligence. In 2025, he was recognized as an IP Star for his contributions to the field by Managing IP. Aside from his legal work, Daniel enjoys composing music, outdoor sports, and engaging in social-entrepreneurship projects.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Fribourg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from a recognized university in a related field Minimum 60-90 ECTS in the chosen discipline
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Official transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Motivation letter
  • Language proficiency certificate
  • Copy of passport/ID
Specialization Notes

Requirements apply to English-taught Master programs across SES and Science faculties.