Legal experts specializing in biotechnology law, intellectual property, patent licensing, and related areas present a clearly written review of multiple aspects of the latest wave of better living through science and its legal ramifications. Following a primer defining biotechnology and the life cycle and regulation of biotech companies, contributors treat issues in obtaining patents, innovation financing and management, technology creation and transfer, Federal regulation regarding research, product approval, and post- approval marketing; international regulation; patient privacy; medical reimbursement; and last but not least, litigation. The final chapter lists biotechnology resources worldwide; key U.S. Federal acts, cases, and agencies; and state laws. The volume also includes a glossary, highlighted legal practice points, and sample agreements. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)