Dr. Martin Kretschmer

Biography

Martin Kretschmer is a Professor of Intellectual Property Law and Director of the CREATe Centre at the University of Glasgow. With academic degrees from the London School of Economics (LLM) and University College London (PhD), he has significantly contributed to the field through interdisciplinary research focusing on copyright law and its economic implications. Since 2012, CREATe has emerged as a pivotal research hub, integrating work from various UK research councils and fostering a collaborative environment that includes international research partnerships. Kretschmer has led over 30 externally funded projects valued at £7 million, addressing essential aspects of copyright in the digital age and contributing to policy frameworks. His previous leadership roles include directing the Centre for Intellectual Property Policy & Management at Bournemouth University and serving as a postdoctoral research fellow at Cass Business School. Kretschmer’s extensive publications reflect his expertise in copyright law, cultural economics, and the regulation of information. As a current Fernand Braudel Fellow at the European University Institute, he continues to advance research in the intersection of copyright and innovation policy, advocating for open knowledge environments and transparent research practices.

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