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Going beyond the native: Protecting DMA and protein patents

Researchers have important roles to play in ensuring that biotechnology companies obtain broader patent protection.

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Chahine, K. Going beyond the native: Protecting DMA and protein patents. Nat Biotechnol 15, 183–185 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1038/nbt0297-183

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