In recognition of World IP Day (April 26, 2010), the Global Intellectual Property Center was honored to welcome the Honorable Robert D. Hormats, Undersecretary of State for Economic, Energy, and Agricultural Affairs as the inaugural guest for the GIPC Speaker Series. Dr. Hormats discussed the important role intellectual property (IP) plays in our economy and the current efforts of the U.S. Government, specifically the Department of State, to help support the protection of IP rights.  To learn more about this event, click here.