What are examples of indirectly self-replicating biological materials?
Indirectly self-replicating biological materials are those that require the presence of another self-replicating biological material to reproduce. The MPEP 2403.01 provides several examples:
- Viruses
- Phages
- Plasmids
- Symbionts
- Replication defective cells
The MPEP states:
“Examples of indirect replicating biological materials include viruses, phages, plasmids, symbionts, and replication defective cells.”
It’s important to note that these lists are not mutually exclusive, as viruses are mentioned in both direct and indirect self-replication categories.
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Topics:
MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology,
MPEP 2403.01 - Material Capable Of Self - Replication,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure