Don't Patent Me

Genes are a part of nature; yet Australian law allows private companies to 'own' them. We think this is wrong - and are fighting to free our genes.

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

Add another point to the growth trend of the capitalist-surveillance state (along with Google working with the US Dept of Defence to enhance drone auto recognition).

Interesting that these are described as ‘public-private partnerships’ as well. https://t.co/pRRTBUyu3Y

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

Latest advice from the ABS:

1- No glitter
it 'may result in the survey form
…... https://t.co/EerYiElWqf

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

After the decision in Myriad, vital tests are now more affordable. https://t.co/2BFxtydogG

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

It's complicated.... https://t.co/BMNIOeBn5D

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

A reminder that although we've had some victories, companies still claim ownership over your genetic data. Those... https://t.co/Adkc6OUHAX

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

An update on Bruce Hall from the VC. To answer a question not directly addressed - the current plan is to... https://t.co/iDvT1lElHV

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Victory! Australian High Court strikes down gene patents!

A unanimous decision by the court that your genes can... http://t.co/Vtjm4bVvxn

[Maurice Blackburn @YouCanCountOnMB]

We’re thrilled to announce the High Court has ruled #BRAC1 gene patent is invalid #genepatent #breastcancer

[Dr Tim Vines @Rhadamanthus5]

Victory! High Court strikes down gene patents! Amazing result! Well done @WeFightForFair and Mrs D'Arcy! http://t.co/qvwTeHRlAq

[Melissa Parke @MelissaParke01]

High Court unanimously rules breast cancer gene patent invalid. Congrats to Yvonne Darcy & all involved in case. Read it & weep IP Aust.

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

Victory! High Court strikes down gene patents!

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

A reminder that the High Court will rule this morning whether #gene #patents are valid in Australia. #auslaw

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

BREAKING: High Court's decision in D’Arcy v Myriad Genetics Inc & Anor (the gene patents case) will be handed... http://t.co/6NJnKYwYNW

[Don't Patent Me @FreeGenes]

Grandmother sues biotech company over gene ownership http://t.co/tJissJAOD8