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The Patent Problems of Stem Cell Research
Stem cell research continues to face more hurdles in the United States. Limited funding and embryonic stem cells are only the beginning. According to research done by Ebersole, Esmond, and Schwartzman (2006), intellectual property rights are another problem faced by stem cell researchers. As new techniques and technology are developed, researchers and/or research organizations in order to claim and protect their advancements will obtain patents. This paper will examine the article written by Ebersole et al., which examines stem cell research and patents as well as the research presented.
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According to Ebersole et al. (2006), stem cell research is vital to the development of new treatments for a number of diseases. While patents provide incentives for researchers and companies to develop new processes and technology, they will also create roadblocks in stem cell research. Intellectual property laws legally protect......

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