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Should The Monopoly Of Patents Be Abolished »

Number of pages 8

An 8 page paper. Thomas Jefferson initiated the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. The patent laws, in fact, all intellectual property protection laws, are controversial. This essay presents the arguments on both sides of the debate. Included are discussions on: the requirements for being awarded a patent, the four precepts by which the Patent ... View Full Description
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PATENTS AND THE LAW »

Number of pages 5

This 5-page paper focuses on aspects of patent law, based on a case study. Topics under discussion include patent infringements and revocation of patents. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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How Increased Competition from Generic Drugs Has Affected Prices And Returns In The Pharmaceutical Industry »

Number of pages 14

This 14 page paper examines the way in which prices of branded drugs, and the related profit they create for the pharmaceutical companies, is impacted when patents expire and the branded drugs have to compete with generic products. The paper considers how the law of supply and demand manifests in this market where an increase ... View Full Description
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Cheap Drugs for Africa; The Moral Issues of Treating AIDS »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers the ethical and legal issues that are relevant when considering the need of developing nations to access essential drugs, such as those for HIV/AIDS. Issues such are moral responsibility, profit, investment, protection and patents are also considered. Patent law referent to is both international and UK is approach. The bibliography ... View Full Description
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Patents and Tax Avoidance Processes in the US »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper looks at whether a tax avoidance can be patented under US patent law as a business process, and discusses whether not this is ethical and whether or not is should be allowed. The bibliography cites 4 sources. View Full Description
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Intellectual Property and Originality »

Number of pages 24

This 24 page paper considers the argument that intellectual property law, specifically copyright law does not rely on originality as a requirement for ownership. The paper looks at copyright law in the UK and also looks at patent and trademark law, comparisons are made between the UK position and the position in the US, Australia ... View Full Description
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Patent and Intellectual Property Law »

Number of pages 26

This 26 page paper considers the quote “since we have had a patent system for a long time, it would be irresponsible, on the basis of our present knowledge, to recommend abolishing it”. The paper begins by looking at the development of patent law with he first recorded origins in 1313, though to the current ... View Full Description
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How the Laws Regulating Companies can Influence and Enhance A Corporation’s Strategy »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at UK law and considers how it may be used to help and enhance corporate strategy. The writer uses the Copyright, Designs and Patents Bill 1988, the Case of Dyson and Hoover and the role of directors to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 10 sources. View Full Description
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WTO 2001-PUBLIC HEALTH DECLARATION AND TRIPS »

Number of pages 20

This 20 page paper addresses the issues of patents and intellectual property protection as defined by the World Trade Organization at its 2001 meeting in Doha, Qater. The paper analyzes WTO's TRIPS and Public Health Declaration, an attempt to define when patents on medications can be overridden in the event of a health crisis in ... View Full Description
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The Importance of Distribution and Channel Management in the Computer Industry »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper looks at why the distribution channels ands systems are so important in this industry and outlines how they have been used to create competitive advantages. Companies such as Dell, Compaq and Hewlett Packard are considered, with a brief look at Microsoft. The bibliography cites 15 sources. View Full Description
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Economic Principles Applied to Pharmaceutical Companies »

Number of pages 11

This 11 page paper applies a number of economic principles to pharmaceutical companies in the way in which they produce and then sell drugs. Pharmaceutical companies can produce drugs for only pennies a pill. These companies are protected by patent laws for new drugs they develop and with a patent protecting their product; ... View Full Description
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Power Play for Howard »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper is based in a case study supplied by the student looking at the negotiations surrounding the NBA player Juwan Howard in 1996. The paper starts by summarizing the entire negotiation process. The paper then presents the situation from the perspective of Howard ands both teams involved. The bibliography cites 1 source. ... View Full Description
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Forecasting for a Fast Food Outlet »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at the way forecasting occurs in a fast food outlet. The first part of the paper looks at four different types forecasting and how they may be used along with their characteristics. The second part of the paper looks at production schedules and how they relate to the budget of ... View Full Description
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Larson Business Decisions »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at a case study of a firm operating in Germany and the US to assess potential future approaches to business in difficult economic climates and assesses production and pricing decision ands considers entering new markets. The bibliography cites 2 sources. View Full Description
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Descartes and Hume »

Number of pages 5

This 5 pager paper considers Descartes idea of existence, thought and the interconnectedness of mind ands matter. The writer then considers Hume and the way that he sees the proof for existence f the immortal soul. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Hilton Group PLC 2000; Financial Analysis »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper analyses the 2000 annual accounts of the Hilton Group PLC to consider performance ands efficiency changes comparing the result to the year 1999. The bibliography cites 4 sources. View Full Description
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Business Plan for Setting up a Cyber Café »

Number of pages 9

This 9 page paper is a plan to convert a café into a cyber café. The paper lays out the background ands the plans to carry out the conversion including a Gantt chart and a capital costing budget. The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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Strategic Alliances »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper examines strategic alliances, what they are, how they occur, their different forms and why they are used. The paper considers the advantages and disadvantages of strategic alliances and the factors which may indicate success or failure. Numerous studies are references ands many real life examples are used to illustrate the points ... View Full Description
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Marketing A Store Similar to Marks and Spencer »

Number of pages 9

Marks and Spencer have made many mistakes when it comes to marketing. This 9 page paper considers the lessons a similar company can learn from the position of Marks ands Spencer’s in the 1990’s and how they firstly failed to notice the disappearance of their target market and then managed to alienate the very market ... View Full Description
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Do the Use of Competency Based Frameworks Improve Person Specifications »

Number of pages 10

This 10 page paper considers the use competency frameworks and whether or not they may increase the person specifications of those carrying out the job through both recruitment and later training assessment. The paper looks at how and why they may be used ands the problem that may present and then looks at other tools ... View Full Description
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Capital Structure at Sysco »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper examines the capital structure of Sysco Corp. looking at the make up of the debt and liabilities ands the equity. Using the 2005 annual accounts the paper calculates the cost of debt, the cost of equity and the weighted average cost capital (WACC). The bibliography cites 1 source. View Full Description
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Scheduling »

Number of pages 4

This 4 page paper presents a number of tables put together to help with the scheduling of a project. The tables give the outline of the tasks, the description of the tasks, predecessors and duration, possible paths ands that timings for the tasks. View Full Description
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Afghanistan Development - Review And Recommendations »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper that provides a general overview of some issues related to the ANDS and the MDG and identifies some of the most difficult challenges. The writer comments on the report of the 2007 Afghanistan Development Forum, the different fiscal years for the U.S. and Afghanistan and recommendations for disbursing money to ... View Full Description
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Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS) »

Number of pages 18

This 18 page paper includes a 4 page annotated bibliography. The essay begins with the history of the Afghanistan National Development Strategy (ANDS) and reports two of the three volumes has not yet been adopted by the Afghan government. The writer identifies the pillars, sectors and crosscutting themes of the plan. Areas discussed in ... View Full Description
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Glenn Curtiss & The Wright Brothers »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper discussing the ongoing feud between these three individuals. Embroiled in a legal battle that would put some of today’s most litigious souls to shame, accusations of patent infringements prevented much development within aviation before the outbreak of World War I. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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New Gene Technology »

Number of pages 5

5 pages. This paper describes the discovery and possible patenting of a new gene that is involved in breast cancer research. Included are the background on the topic, the proposed methodology including the relevance of the experimentation, and the expected results. This is a proposal paper. Bibliography lists 3 sources. ... View Full Description
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A New Product »

Number of pages 20

This 20 page paper considers the development and strategy formation for the launch of a new product. The example use is an electronic book, but may be any consumer product. The writer examines issues such as identifying the market, mission statements, market segments, financial targets and budgets, copyright and patent protection, perceptual mapping, conjoint analysis ... View Full Description
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Design Company in Ireland »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at a design company in Ireland and considers the different aspects of business in Ireland. Included is a discussion on forming businesses in Ireland, taxation, legal issues such as patents and trademarks, as well as looking at how the company competes. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Design Company in Cyprus »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper looks at the way a company may be set up and run in Cyprus using a furniture design and manufacturing company as an example. The paper looks formation requirements, corporate tax issues, legal protection in terms of copyright, patents and trademarks, manufacturing of the company and its' marketing. The bibliography cites ... View Full Description
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Marketing Plan for It's Popcorn Time »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page paper consisting of speaker notes for an available PowerPoint® presentation of a marketing plan for a single-location confectioner specializing in coated popcorn produced according to a newly-patented process. The marketing plan recommends instituting online sales and entering agreement with a third party gift business, as well as hiring a knowledgeable, no-spam ... View Full Description
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Pleasing the Venture Capitalist »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper assessing the types of factors and items venture capitalists will look for in assessing a manufacturer’s potential for the future. The small United States manufacturer is producing and selling the owner’s invention on which he holds the patent. The inventor believes the firm and the product are ready to ... View Full Description
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Meningococcal Meningitis: Nursing Care for Patient and Community »

Number of pages 5

A 5 page discussion of the multifaceted approach this disease requires in order to accommodate both patent and community needs. The nursing role extends from the bedside administration of medications and the monitoring of vital signs to administration of prophylactic medications to close contacts of the patient to the education of the community as ... View Full Description
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Intellectual Property - International Laws »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper begins with a brief explanation of the two categories of intellectual property. The essay provides an overview of the agreements that address intellectual property rights and provides some examples of violations. The neem tree in India is used as an example of patents gone too far. Bibliography lists 8 sources. View Full Description
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Questions in E-strategy »

Number of pages 4

Four pages answering four questions in e-strategy. The questions address IPv6; antitrust issues in tightly integrated business partnerships; patent protection for ecommerce business processes; and determining market share of an e-business. Bibliography lists 5 sources. View Full Description
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Three Dimensional Printing Case Study »

Number of pages 3

This 3 page paper looks at a case supplied by the student and identifies the main points, such as the value of patents and the requirements for further commercial developments to take place. View Full Description
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Issues in a Hypothetical Connecticut Case »

Number of pages 3

A 3 page paper identifying issues in a hypothetical case, listing and then discussing those issues. Issues address right to privacy; patent application requirements; insider trading; and government budgeting. Bibliography lists 2 sources. View Full Description
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Inventions and Economic Growth »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at the arguments put forward by Kenneth L. Sokoloff who argues that the registration of patents provides evidence that inventiveness underpins economic growth. The writer consider the contradiction and support for this assumption and compares the approach taken by Robert Fogel in his book that looked at the role ... View Full Description
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The MP3 Players Market »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper examined the commercial environment for MP3 players. The paper includes some development history, consideration of the technology patents, major competitors, key success factors, market growth projections and threats to the industry. The bibliography cites 7 sources. View Full Description
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THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS »

Number of pages 6

This 6 page paper touches on economic aspects impacting the pharmacecutcal industry including mega-mergers, rising costs of R&D and marketing, patent expiration and global competition. Bibliography lists 3 sources. View Full Description
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Intellectual Property Protection; A Case Study »

Number of pages 12

This 12 page paper examines a case study provided by the student with various intellectual property concerns. The issues considered are the publication of papers on the internet, with the case study using documents are confidential to another company and not obtained legally, the use of those papers to create new works. Other issues include ... View Full Description
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Investment Outlook for the World and Pakistan »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper looks at the outlook global investment given the economic conditions towards the end of 2010. The potential patents of growth and negative outcomes are considered for the paper takes a narrower approach and looks at the potential outlook for Pakistan. The bibliography cites 5 sources. View Full Description
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Pfizer Acquires Wyeth »

Number of pages 5

This 5 page paper discusses this transaction. The purchase price and deal are reported as are the immediate effects, such as laying off thousands. The benefits of the merger are discussed, including the risk both companies faced with expiring patents. The synergies of the companies are also discussed. The writer offers recommendations and a personal ... View Full Description
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Three Economic Issues Confronting Global Healthcare Today »

Number of pages 8

This 8 page paper addresses three specific economic issues that complicate global healthcare. The primary problem is who is going to pay for universal care? This, of course, is complicated by improved technology and knowledge, the resulting lengthened lifespan, and even by patent issues revolving around pharmaceutical development. Bibliography lists 10 sources. ... View Full Description
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Sex Offender Legislation »

Number of pages 10

A 10 page research paper on recent laws and scientific support for the laws affecting sexual offenders. The writer focuses on both state and federal laws, including 'Megan's Laws,' Kansas's States recommitment law, California's chemical castration law, Delaware's drivers' license law, and recidivism statistics. Bibliography lists 14 sources. View Full Description
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Maimonides/Political Theory »

Number of pages 7

A 7 page research paper that examines the philosophical viewpoint of 12th century Jewish philosopher Moses Maimonides in regards to 'perfect law.' Maimonides proposed that humanity should model all law on Biblical law, which is by definition 'perfect' due to his divine origin. The writer argues that this viewpoint in regards to political law is ... View Full Description
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The Law and Society »

Number of pages 22

This 22 page paper looks at the interdependency and interaction between the law and society. The role of law, the way it impacts on society and ways it is influences and the linkage between the law and morals are examined. The paper is written looking at the concept of law and incorporates discussions of the ... View Full Description
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The Impact of the Human Rights Act on Statutory Interpretation »

Number of pages 7

This 7 page paper looks at the way in which the implementation of the Human Rights Act, specifically S3(1), has impacted on the way the judiciary, including the Law Lords, interpreted statues and assesses whether or not they are now making law as well as interpreting law. The issue is discussed looking at the statue ... View Full Description
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Scottish Law »

Number of pages 16

This 16 page paper looks at Scottish law from a number of perspectives. Written in three parts the first part looks at the basis and development of Scots law. The second part of the paper examines the way promises may be enforced under Scots law comparing it to Islamic law. The last part of the ... View Full Description
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Three Of Maxwell’s Laws Of Leadership »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper that explains three of Maxwell’s Laws and how to apply them in life. The three laws are the Law of Influence, the Law of Process and the Law of Navigation. Bibliography lists 1 source. View Full Description
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Megan's Law: Fair Or Not? »

Number of pages 6

A 6 page paper. Megan's Law is the federal and state laws that require sex offenders to register with local law enforcement agencies upon release from prison. This essay provides information about the law, how it came to be, and argues that this is a fair and just law. Bibliography lists 7 sources. View Full Description
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