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Part of the book series: Methods in Molecular Biology™ ((MIMB,volume 226))

Abstract

The science of the so-called polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is now well known. However, the legal story associated with PCR is, for the most part, not understood and constantly changing. This presents diffculties for scientists, whether in academia or industry, who wish to practice the PCR process. This chapter summarizes the major issues related to obtaining rights to practice PCR. The complexity of the patent system is explained with a few PCR-specific examples highlighted. The chapter also provides an overview of the exemption or exception from patent infringement associated with certain bona-fide researchers and discusses the status of certain high-profle patents covering aspects of the PCR process.

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  1. Adolf-Butenandt-Institut, Ludwig Maximilians Universität, Munchen, Germany

    Peter Carroll

  2. Medlen & Carroll, LLP, Madison, WI

    David Casimir

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  1. Department of Surgery, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Glasgow, UK

    John M. S. Bartlett

  2. Department of Hematology, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK

    David Stirling

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Carroll, P., Casimir, D. (2003). PCR Patent Issues. In: Bartlett, J.M.S., Stirling, D. (eds) PCR Protocols. Methods in Molecular Biology™, vol 226. Humana Press. https://doi.org/10.1385/1-59259-384-4:7

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  • DOI: https://doi.org/10.1385/1-59259-384-4:7

  • Publisher Name: Humana Press

  • Print ISBN: 978-0-89603-642-0

  • Online ISBN: 978-1-59259-384-2

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