the law of the land, or is the current political movement to allow unauthorized use of patents for the greater good the new law - before someone makes a run at a pure research play.
The Supreme Court recently opened up the 'greater good' flood gates with its Eminent Domain decision, so I guess anything is possible today.
Best,
Bob

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