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A new generation of companies is pursuing insect larvae as a protein source for animal feed, fertilizer, biofuels and even as ingredients for burgers and shakes. The insects promise to deliver cheaper and more sustainable alternatives to soy and fishmeal, with the added benefit that larvae can be raised on organic waste.
The US Supreme Court decision in the Amgen vs. Sanofi patent dispute over PCSK9 inhibitors puts a decisive end to broad patents claiming rights over all molecules directed at a given target.
With the increasing need for bioinformatics expertise in the life sciences, a coordinated effort is needed to proactively and critically reflect on the challenges of educating and training life scientists with the necessary skills and competencies.