Abstract
This contribution investigates the search for new medicines from the vast 'library' of natural products. It touches upon the issues of indigenous knowledge; intellectual property rights; access to resources; biotechnology and copyright/patent law; and the impact of these factors on research for drug discovery and development. The notorious case of 'Smokebush' and the anti-HIV active compound conocurvone provides a vehicle to promote discussion of these issues and their possible resolution.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 44-48 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Social Alternatives |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - 2010 |
