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BIOTECHNOLOGY AND PATENTING OF LIVING ORGANISMS | Matthew McGovern | 3 Animal L. 221 (1997) | Mr. McGovern discusses the reasoning behind the leap from patentability of non-living things to the living things within the last twenty years. He concludes that neither the Supreme Court or Court of Customs and Patent Appeals has offered a convincing rationale for the inclusion of living things within 35 U.S.C. Section 101. | Article |
Biological Summary of the Dolphin | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This paper gives a brief biological summary of the dolphin. The dolphin is a mammal and member of the Delphinidae family. |
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Biological Summary of Cattle | David S. Turk | Animal Legal and Historical Center |
The following is a biological summary of cattle. The document quickly touches upon history, biology, and social nature of cattle. It also mentions housing used at dairy operations and lists definitions for selected terminology. |
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Biological Overview of the Polar Bear | Sarah R. Morgan | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This article provides a brief biological summary of the polar bear. |
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Biological Overview of the Gray Wolf | Catherine J. Archibald | Animal Legal and Historical Center |
The gray wolf is an amazingly adaptable creature that can live in many different habitats. It is a social animal which often forms packs that stick together. |
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Biological Overview of the Domestic Cat | Anthony E. LaCroix | Animal Legal and Historical Center |
The domestic cat can be traced to the African Wild Cat. The species became close to humans in ancient Egypt. Cats are athletic and agile, which contributes to their skill as predators. |
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Biological Overview of Orcas | Lauren Tierney | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This summary contains information on the biology of orcas (killer whales). The social structure of pods is discussed as well as the whale's diet. |
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Biological Overview of Chimpanzees | Alicia S. Ivory | Animal Legal and Historical Center |
This article covers the biology, ecology and behavior of the common chimpanzee. Topics include physiology, habitat, reproduction, social structure and conservation status. |
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Biological Information: Reptile Biology and Physiology | James M. Green | Animal Legal & Historical Center |
This overview describes the fundamental characteristics of reptile biology and physiology. |
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Biological Information, Terminology and Hog Production Phases | Leana E. Stormont | Animal Legal and Historical Center |
The article contains general biological information about hogs, farming production phases and commonly used terminology. |
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