Sentence examples for gene patents from inspiring English sources
"Isolated gene patents are the cornerstone of the biotechnology industry".
Other experts say the current system of awarding gene patents seems unjust.
Patent lawyers, however, say the Clinton-Blair proposal does nothing to diminish the value of gene patents.
The coalition of plaintiffs argues that gene patents actually restrict the practice of medicine and new research.
They say gene patents hamper research and make genetic tests more expensive and less accessible.
The decision invalidating the gene patents stunned many lawyers who follow such issues.
In reality, gene patents were only one part of the problem.
Noting that one judge dissented on the gene patents, he said, "They can't agree among themselves".
The issue of gene patents has long been a controversial and emotional one.
It is not clear if the policy against gene patents would then be put into effect.
To his Economic Club audience, Mr. Haseltine patiently explained that gene patents make no ownership claim on each individual's personal DNA chemistry.
