News tagged with legal framework

US top court to hear case on gene patents

The US Supreme Court will hear arguments Monday on whether to allow private entities to patent genes they have isolated and identified, a decision that could have far-reaching implications for genetic research.

Genetics Apr 13, 2013 | 5 / 5 (2) | 0

Belgium debates euthanasia for minors

Belgian legislators opened a debate Wednesday on whether to amend a decade-old law on euthanasia to cover minors, being told by experts that it was already taking place in practice without any set guidelines.

Health Feb 20, 2013 | not rated yet | 1

S. Africa labour court okays traditional healer's 'sick note'

A labour appeals court in South Africa has validated a "medical certificate" written by a traditional healer, the Sunday Times reported.

Other Oct 21, 2012 | not rated yet | 0