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The genetic scissors

Scientists use technologies that can manipulate the genetic information in cells to ascertain the function of these genes, among other things. That is time consuming, difficult and an often impossible job. Now, in 2020, it is possible to change the genome - the code of life - within a few weeks. This is possible using the so-called CRISPR/Cas9 method: the “genetic scissors”. Continue reading

3D-mark protection for Ritter Sport packaging upheld

After more than ten years of bitter legal battle with ‘Milka’ brand owner Mondelez, the German Bundesgerichtshof has now confirmed the legal validity of Ritter Sport’s 3D-marks. Continue reading

Fast-track Netherlands Patent Office (OCN) search procedure for corona control products

  The Netherlands Patent Office (OCN), that falls under the Netherlands Enterprise Agency, is offering an accelerated search procedure in digital patent databases for inventions that play a role in controlling the coronavirus. Continue reading

New partners and senior associates at V.O.

As of 1 January 2021, V.O. has two new partners: Tamara Elmore and Annemiek Tepper. Continue reading

COVID-19 update 7

The government measures to combat COVID-19 not only affect business operations but they could also impact you as a patent applicant or patent holder. Continue reading

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