Searching for sequences: a high stakes game

The intent of patent searching is to ask: “what’s out there that is related to my invention?” It could be prior art affecting patentability; it could be claimed IP (granted or not) with its associated risk of patent infringement. The search results, and interpretation by the IP practitioner, are key factors when deciding the fate of the invention or technology being searched.

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