This book analyses the history of the international patent regime and the life science industries, both of which can be traced back to the late 19th century. The development of patent law is inextricably linked to expanding capacities to elucidate, manipulate and commercially exploit the molecular properties of micro-organisms, plants, animals and other organic raw materials. The story of the life science industries begins with the European synthetic dyestuff firms and culminates in present-day conglomerates like Aventis, Novartis and Pharmacia. Throughout the last century, chemical, pharmaceutical, seed and biotechnology firms were actively involved in reforming patent law and plant variety rights. The major beneficiaries have been the largest firms whose market dominance and influence over peoples” lives – aided by friendly intellectual property laws – has never been greater. This sparkling and stimulating book reveals the key repercussions caused by the expansion of life science industries for issues of international equity, public health, food security and biological diversity.
Graham Dutfield
Intellectual Property Rights and the Life Science Industries [EPUB ebook]
A Twentieth Century History
Intellectual Property Rights and the Life Science Industries [EPUB ebook]
A Twentieth Century History
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Formato EPUB ● Pagine 304 ● ISBN 9781351927130 ● Casa editrice Taylor and Francis ● Pubblicato 2017 ● Scaricabile 3 volte ● Moneta EUR ● ID 5334460 ● Protezione dalla copia Adobe DRM
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