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On the Lighter Side => That CAN'T be true! => Topic started by: LauraLynn on 09/07/2013 02:30:18

Title: U.S. Patent on Cannabis for Therapeutic Treatment
Post by: LauraLynn on 09/07/2013 02:30:18

Are you aware that the United States Government has a patent for cannabinoids as antioxidants and neuroprotectants? 

If you are interested in learning more about this topic, please visit:  http://www.google.com/patents/US6630507

Title: Re: U.S. Patent on Cannabis for Therapeutic Treatment
Post by: alancalverd on 09/07/2013 17:50:56

Fortunately the patent is likely to be invalid elsewhere. A patent is supposed, in a civilised country, to protect inventions, not discoveries.

"No known use" does not preclude a patent being granted for a new use. Post-It notes were a failed new adhesive that didn't actually stick to things (unlike BluTack, which still has no known use).

Anyhow, it's a good wheeze, because anyone caught with an ounce of Mary Jane who claims it is for medical use, will now have to pay a royalty fee.