A company's intellectual property is one of its most valuable assets.  Various intellectual property issues are present throughout the drug development process.  In the early stages of drug discovery, investing in freedom to operate analysis and patent procurement establish a solid foundation for patent term.  A freedom to operate analysis is important to not only avoid infringement, but also to ensure that an invention can be practiced.  A thorough understanding of the patent landscape is one of many key factors to obtaining strong patent protection.

Competitive intelligence in drug discovery

244th National Meeting (2012)

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