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An IP Perspective on Defensive Patenting Strategies of the EU Pharmaceutical Industry.

Authors :
Tuominen, Nicoleta
Source :
European Intellectual Property Review; 2012, Vol. 34 Issue 8, p541-551, 11p
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article discusses strategic patenting in the European Union's (EU) pharmaceutical industry as of August 2012, focusing on the industry's development of defensive strategies is response to the possible failure of the region's patent laws to provide adequate protections. Several legal tools for protecting the intellectual property (IP) associated with pharmaceuticals are examined, including supplementary protection certificates.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01420461
Volume :
34
Issue :
8
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
European Intellectual Property Review
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
78120999