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In a recent decision, the Calcutta High Court upheld an appeal filed by BTS Research International Pty Ltd (“BTS”) challenging the rejection by the Assistant Controller of Patents…
The Madras High Court dismissed an appeal challenging the rejection of a patent application for AI-integrated persona augmentation. The Court ruled that the invention lacked sufficient technical detail,…
The Madras High Court ruled that methods for producing antibodies in genetically modified animals are patentable under Indian law and are not excluded by Section 3(i). This decision…
The Madras High Court clarified the interpretation of Section 3c regarding patent eligibility of monoclonal antibodies in India. The Court held that synthetic antibodies may be patentable if…
The Madras High Court held that Section 3c of the Patents Act, 1970 does not exclude engineered non-living substances from patent protection. The ruling clarifies the distinction between…
The Patent Agent Exam 2022, organised by the Office of CGPDTM, is scheduled for May 2022. Applications are open to eligible science and engineering graduates, with accommodations available…
This post summarises the key requirements for filing a patent in India, including eligibility, timing, and procedural steps. It highlights essential documents and legal considerations for inventors seeking…
This post analyses the Mayo v Prometheus case and its impact on the patentability of laws of nature in the US. It explains the judicial reasoning that established…
The Alice vs. CLS case significantly influenced the landscape of software patent protection in the US, particularly for financial technologies. It raised critical questions about the patentability of…
Judge Sweet’s landmark ruling held that isolated gene sequences and their analysis are not patentable under US law. This decision invalidated key BRCA gene patents and marks a…