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This article analyses the legal boundaries for patenting scientific principles and natural relationships, with a focus on the Laboratory Corp v Metabolite case. It explores US Supreme Court…
This post examines whether medical methods should be patentable, focusing on global legal frameworks, ethical debates, and policy implications. It analyses both the concerns and benefits of extending…
This article explores the complications of patenting biotechnology inventions under US law, highlighting issues with current patentability standards. It proposes a balanced policy model to address both innovation…
The post provides an analytical overview of secrecy directions by the Indian Patent Office under the Patents Act, 1970. It explains the process, legal provisions, and implications for…
The Supreme Court's Bilski decision clarified that business method patents are permissible under US law and not excluded by 35 USC 101. However, the Court declined to set…
This article analyses the latest Indian patent statistics, recent inventions, and significant IP initiatives such as Mission RakshaGyan Shakti and Karnataka’s virtual IP marketplace. It also reviews international…
The post analyses whether the patent troll business model is viable in India, considering the legal requirements for working patents and enforcement hurdles. It highlights the key challenges…
CSIR has obtained a US patent for a composition derived from cow’s urine, aimed at protecting and repairing DNA from oxidative damage. This development showcases the integration of…
This post discusses whether methods of performing yoga can be patented in India, considering both legal and practical barriers. It highlights the interplay between traditional knowledge and patent…
This post analyses the IP notices on the Godrej Tribolt lock, focusing on its patent notice and compliance with Indian law. It also addresses challenges in accessing related…