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This sounds interesting. I'm going to do it. It's just a saliva sample they need.
I am tempted. However, I cannot help fearing this company trying to own a patent on to a certain gene or protien. That would limit the freedom of other researchers or drug companies to develop better drugs, or a cure. It could really slow down or put the kabosh on future research and development. Somewhat along these lines: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/health/jan-june10/patents_04-02.html
Just a thought.
Teds
Teds,
A patent doesn't always mean " you can't touch this". What it does mean is that companies need to ask for a license or some other sort of partnership before developing or marketing a treatment - meaning the patent company gets a cut of any proceeds. In other words, it says "you have to pay to touch this".
There, let's see if that will bring Phil out of hiding for a ribald riposte! Phil, you gotta love that softball right down the middle.
Traci
