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Maureen A O'Malley1, Adam Bostanci, Jane Calvert

  • 1Egenis, the ESRC Centre for Genomics in Society, University of Exeter, Amory Building, Rennes Drive, Exeter EX4 4RJ, United Kingdom. momalley@dal.ca

Nature Reviews. Genetics
|May 11, 2005
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Genome patenting is expanding to entire genomes, shifting focus to genetic information as intangible intellectual property. This practice reflects a broader trend in the genomics field.

Area of Science:

  • Genomics
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Bioinformatics

Background:

  • Gene patenting is a common commercial practice.
  • Patents claiming ownership of complete prokaryotic or viral genomes are less recognized.
  • Existing analyses often overlook the scope of genome patenting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze and compare patents covering complete genome sequences.
  • To understand the commercial and legal implications of genome patenting.
  • To identify the strategic exploitation of genomes as information bases.

Main Methods:

  • Patent analysis of genome-specific claims.
  • Comparative analysis with patents on other biological entities.
  • Examination of intellectual property trends in genomics.

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Main Results:

  • Several patents claim ownership of entire prokaryotic and viral genomes.
  • Genome patents are designed to exploit the genome as an information resource.
  • This represents a shift towards intangible intellectual property in genomics.

Conclusions:

  • Genome patenting represents a novel and expanding frontier in intellectual property.
  • The exploitation of genetic information is a key driver of these patents.
  • Understanding these trends is crucial for navigating the future of genomics research and commerce.