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Shifts in Patent Law: A Decade of Change
This chapter examines critical developments in patent law during the 1990s and 2000s, including the influence of the TRIPS agreement on global intellectual property standards. It highlights the growing tensions between developed and developing nations regarding patent rights and discusses the declining support for patents in the U.S. due to rising costs in biopharmaceuticals and the impact of technology companies. The chapter also delves into the complex dynamics of patenting strategies among different companies and the evolving public perceptions of the patent system.