Max Rady College of Medicine
Term: Patent
Glossary Definition
Last Updated: 2005-11-28
Definition:
A method of protecting the intangible asset generated through research processes. It creates a temporary, state-conferred monopoly over the sale of a product by prohibiting the unlicensed entry of competitors.
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References
- Morgan SG, Kozyrskyj A, Metge C, Roos NP. Pharmaceuticals: Therapeutic interchange and pricing policies. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2003. [Report] [Summary] (View)
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