Global R&D convention: Pipe dream?

Frustration with the status quo of the patent system and its inability to address the growing needs of developing countries has inspired the development of a new innovation paradigm, a global research and development (R&D) convention.  Such an effort will certainly generate controversy and be met with skepticism. Here's why. An expert group of the …

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WHO and health ministry unlock treasure trove of info

Here's a nice packet that landed in my inbox today. It's a despatch from the World Health Organisation's office in New Delhi. Pls read and access the treasure trove of information.  I'd like to thank  Dr Urmila Thatte, head of the department of clinical pharmacology in KEM Hospital Mumbai for sending it to me.  This is a laudable …