Accessing and Sharing the Benefits of the Genomics Revolution

Accessing and Sharing the Benefits of the Genomics Revolution
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Springer
Country
NL
Published
30 November 2010
Pages
214
ISBN
9789048174492

Accessing and Sharing the Benefits of the Genomics Revolution

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This volume explores the legal, economic and political debate over intellectual property rights for traditional knowledge and genetic resources, analyzing theory and practice of access and benefits sharing around the world. The book investigates current flashpoints – the battle between Monsanto and Percy Schmeiser over farmers’ rights; disputes over coexistence of genetically modified and organic produce; and ownership and control of human genetic materials stored in human gene banks around the world.

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