Essay

The Tools and Levers of Access to Patented Health Related Genetic Invention in Canada

Author: S. Tina Piper (McGill University)

Abstract

This Article argues that there is a prevailing problem of access to genetic invention in Canada caused by disputes over intellectual property rights arising from conflicting normative orders.

Keywords: Patents -- Canada, Genetics, Health care industry -- Canada, Health care industry -- Law & legislation, Gene therapy, Generic drugs, Health care services accessibility, Patent licensing, Bayh-Dole Act, Canada, United States

How to Cite: Piper, S. (2009) “The Tools and Levers of Access to Patented Health Related Genetic Invention in Canada”, Washington University Journal of Law and Policy. 30(1).