Patents for Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology: Fundamentals of Global Law, Practice and Strategy [Hardcover]

Philip W. Grubb (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0199273782 | ISBN-13: 978-0199273782 | Publication Date: February 10, 2005 | Edition: 4

This is the eagerly awaited fourth edition of Philip Grubb's acclaimed book on patent law and practice. It guides the reader through the legal and procedural complexities of the British, European, Japanese and US patent systems, and explains in detail the role of patent practitioners (both in-house and in private practice) in maximising the commercial potential of their client's or company's innovative products. This new edition provides vital updating to take account of the latest legal developments, while retaining the focus upon the relevant technology and industry practices in this sector that sets it apart from more general books on patent law and procedure.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Reviews from previous editions:
"A sensible, practical appraisal of the case law and decisions, easy to read and very informative..."--CIPA Journal

"Patents for Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology...embodies the grounded perspective of a seasoned European patent attorney...[it] is foremost a crisp, precise primer on patent criteria and procedure in the European Union (E.U.) and United States (U.S.) that is geared to practice...It touches on fundamental issues in patent policy and offers an invaluable, reflective, historical perspective...Patents is an invaluable resource for reference as well as strategy and study...The author should be congratulated on making yet another ambitious contribution to this rapidly evolving and increasingly international field of law, science, and business.--Jurimetrics

"[A] sterling feature of this work is its truly global perspective..."--Journal of the Patent and Trademark Office Society (US)

"This is a broad ranging and lucid explanation, giving a clear overview of patent systems in different jurisdictions, yet packed with a wealth of detail. the strength of Mr Grubb's work lies in its breadth of vision and the clarity with which it reveals the workings of patent systems. it would be a welcome addition to the libraries of scientists and patent practitioners in the field"--Patent World

"Dr Grubb thoroughly exposes the patent system in a way with which few of his professional peers will quarrel, and his book should be in every chemical/biological patent library." --European Intellectual Property Review

About the Author

Philip W. Grubb is a European Patent Attorney and Intellectual Property Counsel at Novartis International AG, Basle, Switzerland.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 540 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 4 edition (February 10, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0199273782
• ISBN-13: 978-0199273782
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.5 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,092,442 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars First rate, August 16, 2005

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This review is from: Patents for Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology: Fundamentals of Global Law, Practice and Strategy (Hardcover)

This is an outstanding reference for the researcher and patent attorney alike. The book provides a solid overview of patent law in the major markets, with emphasis on pharmaceutical, chemical and biotechhnology patents. What distinguishes this book from others in its class, however, is the emphasis on practical and strategic aspects of patent filing and enforcement. The author has a lifetime's worth of experience in this field, and it shows. Moreover, the book is uncommonly well-written, with clarity and occassional humor. Highly recommmended!

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An outstanding publication, March 29, 2003

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This review is from: Patents for Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology: Fundamentals of Global Law, Practice and Strategy (Hardcover)

This is quite simply the best general work on patent law and practice I've ever read. Presented in clear, crisp language and with wit and flair, it is essential reading for anyone in the patent and allied professions and I would suggest mandatory reading for any students.