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EU to consult on laboratory animals

The European Commission launched a nine-week internet consultation with experts and the public, soliciting views on how to improve the welfare of laboratory animals.

Patenting goes the offshore route

Indian firms are training large numbers of patent agents - with their eye on the large number of companies abroad looking for cheaper patenting.