Genetic Engineering

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A “FISHEYE” LENS ON THE TECHNOLOGICAL DILEMMA: THE SPECTER OF GENETICALLY ENGINEERED ANIMALS
ALDF v. Quigg
This case establishes the relative inability of third parties to challenge the veracity of an existing patent for genetically engineered animals.  Judicial review is rare in such cases because third party plaintiffs, under the Administrative Procedures Act, lack standing to challenge the Patent and Trademark Office's interpretation of existing law.
BIOTECHNOLOGY AND PATENTING OF LIVING ORGANISMS
BIOTECHNOLOGY AND THE PATENTING OF LIVING ORGANISMS
Brief Summary of Genetic Engineering and Animals


This paper provides a brief overview of the pros and cons of genetic engineering technology and its creation of and patenting of transgenic animal species.
Brief Summary of Genetic Engineering and Animals


This is a very brief overview of the ethical and legal circumstances surrounding the genetic modification of animals.
Detailed Discussion of Genetic Engineering and Animal Rights: The Legal Terrain and Ethical Underpinnings


This paper discusses the legal, environmental, and ethical dilemmas involved with genetic engineering technology and its creation of transgenic animal species. Currently, transgenic animal species are patentable subject matter in both the United States and in Europe and the use of such technology is largely left unregulated. This paper discusses the pros and cons that genetic engineering technology bring to the modern world in light of the relative absence of legal barriers facing genetic engineers.
Diamond v. Chakrabarty


In this case, the Supreme Court of the United States asserts that patent protection may exist for "anything under the sun," so long as it is created by man.  This has permitted genetically engineered animals to be patentable subject matter in the United States.  For more information on patent protection in the United States, see the Patent Act. 
From Microbe to Man
Genetic Engineering and Animals

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