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Forging collaborations: the power of commercial agreements
Posted: 17/12/2024
Although not strictly intellectual property rights, trade secrets and other confidential information are an important means by which early-stage companies can gain a competitive advantage. Confidential information is protected without further formality by an enforceable equitable duty of confidence, but are more commonly protected by......>>
Sustainable practices in life sciences: meeting ESG standards
Posted: 12/12/2024
In November, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) launched the ISO ESG Implementation Principles (IWA 48) at the 2024 COP 29 UN Climate Change Conference. Nearly 2,000 experts from standards organisations around the globe collaborated on these principles, to define and examine each aspect of environmental, social......>>
Clinical trials and AI – legal challenges and pitfalls: Penningtons Manches Cooper’s inaugural life sciences conference
Posted: 12/12/2024
The life sciences sector group at Penningtons Manches Cooper chose the topic of AI for its inaugural life sciences conference, given its relevance to all life sciences companies wishing to put their products into clinical trials, both now and in the future. The conference began with its keynote, ‘Unlocking Potential - Using AI in Clinical Research’......>>
Updates to the ABPI code 2024 – what you need to know
Posted: 06/12/2024
The much awaited 2024 edition of the Association of British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) Code of Practice for the Pharmaceutical Industry came into effect on 1 October 2024 following the conclusion of the public consultation period. It replaces the previous version from 2021, and promises to increase the standards expected of pharmaceutical......>>
In pursuit of Grail – recent changes in European merger control
Posted: 08/11/2024
The curtain has fallen on the final act of the long-running drama of the attempted acquisition of Grail by Illumina. To recap: Illumina, the leading player for next-generation DNA sequencing systems with an 80% global market share, had acquired Grail in 2021. Five years previously, Grail had actually been spun out from Illumina as a start-up......>>

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BioBrief - December 2024
This winter edition of BioBrief, our newsletter for the life sciences sector, comes to you after our inaugural Life Sciences Conference on “Clinical Trials And AI: Legal Challenges and Pitfalls” in November. I summarise what was a fantastic day in the article below.

PennTech update - December 2024
Welcome to the December 2024 edition of PennTech, our technology newsletter designed to keep you informed about the latest developments and insights in the tech sector. This month, we delve into a range of topics that are shaping the future of technology and its intersection with law.

PennTech update - June 2024
In this update, we delve into several pressing legal matters and upcoming events. Our recent podcast features Charlotte Hill, Tom Perkins, and Joanne Vengadesan discussing the current AI regulatory landscape across the UK, EU, and US, highlighting proactive steps for organisations to take when considering AI development and implementation.

PennTech update - Winter 2023
In this latest edition, AI is once again a key focus as our IP and Tech specialists explore the partnership established between Associated Press and OpenAI. Our corporate team looks at AI’s impact on corporate governance and there is a further update on the latest regulatory proposals in the UK.

BioBrief - August 2023
In this edition of BioBrief, we look in detail at a recent case involving university-generated intellectual property and in particular the position of students who contribute to such IP. On a related topic, I give some practical, high-level guidance on the legal position relating to the ownership of inventions when outside consultants are involved.

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