A new database of marine genes in patent filings reveals most patents are held by a few large companies, and that deep-sea organisms are of increasing economic interest. These include species in areas outside of national jurisdictions, where environmental regulation is limited.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/2024/08/09/deep-sea-critters-attracting-patents-expert-reaction/