Applied Filters
LSIPR 50 2017: Leda Trivinos—Playing the long game
Thinking about how IP can assist a company long before it has fully developed is essential, says Leda Trivinos of Flagship Pioneering in an interview with LSIPR.
LSIPR 50 2017: Anthony Atala—Surgeon by day, researcher by night
Anthony Atala combines the roles of surgeon and researcher in regenerative medicine, allowing him to stay mindful of why his work is important. He talks to LSIPR about his twin professions.
LSIPR 50 2017: Mike Young
Mike Young was selected in the LSIPR 50 2017 publication for his influence on the life sciences industry. He featured in the legal section, as LSIPR reports.
Stem cells in Costa Rica: a boost for medical research
Now that Costa Rica has allowed adult stem cells to be used as part of regenerative therapies, the country should be able to attract more investment, say María del Pilar López and Esteban Monge of Zürcher Lawyers.
Navigating medical use in Japan
A handful of high-profile disputes over medical use patents have been decided in Japan, as Osamu Yamamoto of Yuasa and Hara reports.
Life sciences regulation in India: the need for evolution
India’s regulatory environment surrounding pharmaceuticals and medical devices needs to evolve in order to unlock the industries’ true potential, says Kirit Javali of Jafa & Javali.
Medical devices new rules: the clock is ticking
A new EU regulation on implantable medical devices takes steps to acknowledge that patient outcomes and safety are primary goals, but the transition to the new system might not be easy for industry stakeholders, says Jo Emmett of Premier Research.
Patent eligibility for healthcare IT applications
As securing patent eligibility for ‘healthcare IT’ applications seems to be becoming easier, companies looking to monetise IP in this area can breathe a sigh of relief. Stacy Taylor of DLA Piper explains more.
New technologies, old framework: maximising IP protection for 3D printing in the life sciences
IP law has yet to catch up with the technological capabilities of 3D printing, but by taking pre-emptive action, companies can maximise their IP protection under the current legal framework. Arlene Chow and Nitya Anand of Hogan Lovells report.
Event preview: Life Sciences Patents Network Europe 2016
On December 7, LSIPR will be hosting the Life Sciences Patents Network Europe 2016 at the Bloomsbury Hotel in London. Here we preview the main talking points.