Should a company be able to own the rights to something found inside your own body? In this episode, Chuck and Josh delve into the complicated, controversial world of gene patents. Tune in to learn more about the history -- and future -- of gene patents.
This episode dives into the fascinating and controversial world of gene patents — the practice of claiming ownership over specific sequences of DNA and genetic material. Josh and Chuck explore the landmark court cases and patent office decisions that paved the way for companies to literally patent parts of the human genome, starting with a pivotal 1980 Supreme Court case involving an oil-eating bacteria. They break down how the patent system works, why thousands of human gene patents currently exist, and what this means for medical research and treatment costs, all while questioning whether nature itself should be something you can own and profit from.
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