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Nature Medicine 13, 112 (2007)
Published online: 31 January 2007 | doi:10.1038/nm0207-112b
British scientists find patent loophole
Brandon Keim1
- New York
Abstract
Recreating a molecule with some variations could evade patents.
Two British researchers say they have found a way to produce low-cost versions of expensive pharmaceuticals without breaking patent laws.Sunil Shaunak and Steve Brocchini call their products "ethical pharmaceuticals.
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