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February 13, 2007

Pantently-O (The Patent Law Blog)

Gene Patenting; or Patenting Life

“It’s Patenting 101 — Patents are available for newly isolated DNA when the isolated gene is new and useful.  DNA fits well within the statutory categories of both a manufacture and a composition of matter…” read more

 

 

February 13, 2007

Patent Baristas

Representatives Introduce Bill to Stop Gene Patents

“Rep. Xavier Becerra from Southern California, and Rep. Dave Weldon of Florida have introduced the Genomic Research and Accessibility Act, a bill that would end the practice of patenting any and all portions of the human genome…” read more

 

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Endorsement Letters

 

From best-selling author Michael Crichton, to the American College of Medical Genetics, to CyGene Laboratories, to a reputable professor at the USC Keck School of Medicine, to many more … ALL have committed their support for H.R. 977 and to ending the practice of gene patenting.

 

Click here to read what they have to say.

 

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