Public agricultural research and the protection of intellectual property : issues and options
Abstract
This paper discusses the significance of intellectual property (IP) protection by public research institutes. It argues that such protection can be compatible with the mission of public organizations, especially in cases where private firms will underinvest due to thin markets, high development costs or technological complexity. The paper outlines the main reasons for obtaining IP protection by way of examples from the Michigan State University experience.
Citation
AgBioForum 2(3&4) 1999: 247-252.
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OpenAccess.
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