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Publications | September 29, 2017

Subject Matter Eligibility for Biotechnology Patents in the United States

Author

Z. Ying Li

Overview

Steptoe’s Ying Li co-authored an article titled “Subject Matter Eligibility for Biotechnology Patents in the United States” for Bloomberg BNA’s Life Sciences Law & Industry Report. The article, published September 29, provides an overview on the current legal landscape on this issue with respect to biotechnology patents, especially in the field of personalized medicine.

Professionals

Ying Li
Z. Ying Li
Ying Li counsels biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients on patent portfolio management and strategic development. She has extensive experience in patent prosecution worldwide. Ying helps clients...

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Patent, Intellectual Property, Patent Prosecution & Counseling

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Patent

Patent Prosecution & Counseling

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