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Human genes are patentable, says the English Court of Appeal, but only if the patent describes a practical way that the gene or protein can be exploited.

Grassroots innovation is taking hold again, as the US moves to reassert its dominance in technology products.

Personalised healthcare is a complex concept. It will be best to chew on a mouthful at a time, while keeping an eye on the bigger picture.

Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn announces plans to simplify research funding – without compromising financial control.

The EU needs to create a better environment for innovation, and prescriptions on R&D spending won’t be enough.

A new international network, the Web Science Trust Network of Laboratories, has been launched to create an alliance of world-class research laboratories.

The 42 metre European Extremely Large Telescope, which will be the world’s biggest telescope, is to be located on Armazones in Chile.

Germany’s High-Tech Grunderfonds has held its first partnering conference in Bonn, with 50 early-stage portfolio companies presenting their technologies.