Can You Patent Indigenous Knowledge and Genetic Resources? EP144

A new treaty was adopted by the World Intellectual Property Organization about using knowledge and resources from indigenous people. This may have an effect on drug patents, where the initial knowledge of the drug comes from indigenous cultures, and the plants they use to treat ailments.  Listen to this episode to learn more about the treaty and how it affects disclosure requirements when you file a patent application.

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