NGOs support a treaty to establish the gene pool as a global commons. (Biodevastation).(Non-governmental organizations say no patents on living organisms) From: Synthesis/Regeneration | Date: March 22, 2002| Author: Lilliston, Ben | COPYRIGHT 2002 WD Press. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

Biotech activists from more than 50 nations announced their support for a treaty which would establish the earth's gene pool as a global commons. Non-Governmental Organizations' (NGOs) leaders say they will challenge government and corporate claims on patents on life in every country. The treaty is the first globally coordinated campaign among biotech activists, and already has the support of over 250 organizations.

The Treaty Initiative was announced simultaneously in N...

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