This article explores the legal and ethical complexities of biotechnology patenting in India. It analyses the inadequacy of traditional patent law for biotechnology and the need for specialized principles due to the sector’s diversity and societal impact.
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This article analyses the history and innovation behind decorated Christmas trees, detailing key patents and developments from the 19th century to modern times. It provides a clear, factual account of the evolution of Christmas tree traditions and related legal milestones.
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The steam engine transformed industrial society by enabling efficient mechanical work from steam power. This post analyses its invention, key contributors, and lasting impact, following a structured, factual approach.
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The electric bulb revolutionised lighting by replacing hazardous sources with safe, electric illumination. This post explores the invention’s history, Edison’s role, and the complex patent landscape. It provides an objective analysis of the bulb’s enduring impact on technology and society.
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This post scrutinises allegations of traditional knowledge misuse in the Colgate herbal dentifrice patent case. It provides an objective legal perspective on patentability, policy measures, and the role of the TKDL in protecting traditional knowledge.
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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 jurisprudence and the ongoing debate over patent eligibility in diagnostic methods and biotechnology.
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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 patent protection to medical methods, particularly in India, and suggests balanced policy solutions.
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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 and public access concerns in the biotech sector.
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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 clear guidelines, leaving the distinction between business methods and abstract ideas unresolved.
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The post examines the patent protection of aircraft seat belts, focusing on Am-safe Inc’s innovation in webbing adjusters. It highlights the significance of such patents in passenger safety and the broader impact of IP rights in everyday life.
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