4 Things You Should Know About Gene Patents

A gene patent means only the patent-holder has the right to undertake research and development involving that gene.Credit: ShutterstockBy Rodney Scott, University of NewcastleThe Federal Court’s decision that gene patenting is permitted in Australia will have ramifications for all gene patents, even though the case involved only one gene associated with breast cancer.A gene patent means only the patent-holder has the right to undertake research and development involving that gene. These patents generally last for 20 years. read more

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