[NeonVice]

How exactly would that work when I work for a corporation who is paying me to invent? If I am successful in my invention, then I just take my invention and run. This would stifle research investment.

[monocasa]

This is how it works in Germany. Patents aren't transferable in Germany, even from employee to employer, but you can licence them to your employer.

[walterbell]

Shared ownership? Both parties take risks.