Public panics over genetic research

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The discussion centers on the contentious issue of gene patenting, particularly following the publication of the first draft of the human genome in 2000. Recent court rulings have invalidated several gene patents, with a notable case where a judge deemed the patents “improperly granted” due to their association with a “law of nature.” This legal development raises significant concerns, as approximately 20 percent of human genes are patented, underpinning a multibillion-dollar industry reliant on these intellectual property rights. The topic has resurfaced in light of these recent rulings, despite being considered old news by some participants.
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That story is 9 years old, talk about old news..

The discussion was sparked by the publishing of the first draft of the human genome in 2000. Recently several gene patents were invalidated in court: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/30/business/30gene.html"
Judge Sweet, however, ruled that the patents were “improperly granted” because they involved a “law of nature.” [..]

The case could have far-reaching implications. About 20 percent of human genes have been patented, and multibillion-dollar industries have been built atop the intellectual property rights that the patents grant.
 
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Monique said:
That story is 9 years old, talk about old news..

The discussion was sparked by the publishing of the first draft of the human genome in 2000. Recently several gene patents were invalidated in court: http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/30/business/30gene.html"

oops, my bad. This link was just posted today on a social bookmarking site so i assumed it was something new.
 
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