Bioprospecting News Monitoring

Act 795 can safeguard biological resources from ‘biopiracy’

Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Datuk Shamsul Anuar Nasarah said the enforcement could directly eradicate 'biopiracy'. — Bernama pic KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 — Enforcement of the Access to Biological Resources and Benefit Sharing Act 2017(Act …

Protecting Indigenous bush foods and medicines against biopiracy

The use of Indigenous knowledge and resources—including bush foods and bush medicines—is increasingly on-trend. Cosmetics, pharmaceutical giants and large food producers are vying for everything from access to monopoly in the modern market. From the Kakadu …

Ethiopian teff: The fight against biopiracy

Teff, also known as dwarf millet, is to Ethiopia what maize is to Mexico and rice is to China: the country's most important foodstuff, the basis for the national dish injera — a soft, spongy, pancake-like bread — and an important part of its cultural …

Scientists fight ‘biopiracy’ with genetic data

In a bid to stop “biopiracy,†researchers are building a giant database to catalogue genetic material from the world’s largest rainforest. From the rubber in car tires, to cosmetics and medicines, genetic material contained in the Amazon region has …

Battling ‘biopiracy’, scientists catalog the Amazon’s genetic wealth

TORONTO - In a bid to stop “biopiracy,” researchers are building a giant database to catalog genetic material from the world’s largest rainforest. From the rubber in car tires to cosmetics and medicines, genetic material contained in the Amazon region has …

Digital twist to biopiracy

FOR long, corporations plundered the resources of developing countries and created high-value products without sharing the benefits with the providers. From the diversity of plants and animals and nature – nurtured largely by indigenous communities and …

Brazil probes California firm for 'biopiracy' of...

By Reuters Published: 16:45 EDT, 12 June 2018 | Updated: 16:45 EDT, 12 June 2018 By Anthony Boadle BRASILIA, June 12 (Reuters) - Brazilian prosecutors said on Tuesday that they were investigating a U.S. company for alleged 'biopiracy', accusing it …

Brazil probes California firm for 'biopiracy' of tropical fruit açaí

BRASILIA, June 12 (Reuters) - Brazilian prosecutors said on Tuesday that they were investigating a U.S. company for alleged ‘biopiracy’, accusing it of illegally using genetic components of the tropical berry açaí in nutritional supplements it sells. The …

India to organise meet on biopiracy in Geneva

New Delhi: India is co-organising an international brainstorming session in Geneva early next month on the rampant practice of commercial exploitation of natural products by obtaining patents without fairly compensating the communities from which these …

Bioprospecting in high seas

Oceans cover about 70 per cent of the earth’s surface, and some 70 per cent of the oceans are beyond national jurisdictions. These marine Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (ABNJ) — commonly called “the high seas” — are places where no country has sole …

Brazil investigates American firm for 'biopiracy' of açai

Privately-held Sambazon makes fruit juices, fruit packs, frozen desserts and snacks, powders and energy drinks based on açai imported from Brazil, the company's website says. Rich in antioxidants and amino acids, açai is thought to be one of the most …

India to organise meet on biopiracy in Geneva

Finally, a law to curb biopiracy

LAST week the Dewan Rakyat passed a bill to curb "biopiracy". This is the stealing of the biological resources of a country without its consent. Once it becomes law shortly (after the Dewan Negara and the king give their assent), a permit will be …

Need to revive biopiracy talks at WTO: Commerce secretary Rita Teaotia

NEW DELHI: Emphasising on a global regime to stop misappropriation and reckless patenting of traditional knowledge, commerce secretary Rita Teaotia has called for the need to revive discussions on bio piracy at the World Trade Organisation (WTO) to counter …

Indonesia steps up fight against biopiracy

Forest conservation crucial for bee preservation: ministry

13 hours ago A Baduy bee farmer in Lebak, Banten province on November 14, 2020. The Environmental Affairs and Forestry Ministry has highlighted the need for beekeepers to invest in protecting forests or converting idle land into forests to preserve bee …

Looking beyond RNR strategy 2040

Post Views: 16 We are now going to have an RNR strategy 2040. What does it even mean? Agriculture, under which comes also forest in its totality, is a development dimension that we are yet to understand. Agriculture in Bhutan, in the true sense of the term …

News24.com | Cyril Ramaphosa | Traditional leaders have pioneered their own approach to local economic development

President Cyril Ramaphosa. [Photo: GCIS] The institution of traditional leadership continues to play an important role in the lives of millions of people around our country, especially in rural areas, writes Cyril Ramaphosa. Dear Fellow South African,  In …

Barbara Creecy | Climate change risks to economic recovery need to be met head-on

A better and more mainstreamed understanding of the climate transition risk our historical growth trajectory poses to the long-term sustainability of our economy and society is needed, writes Barbara Creecy. The risks of climate change to building a post …

ACLJ Joins 19 U.S. Senators and 55 U.S. Representatives in Stand Against Unconstitutional Ban on States Lowering Taxes

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Center for Law and Justice (ACLJ) has partnered with 19 U.S. Senators and 55 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives to stand against the blatantly unconstitutional ban on …

Nasdaq Shuts Boardroom Doors on the Disabled

Disabled Investment Manager Protests Nasdaq's Failure on Board Diversity SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dynamique Capital Advisors’ investment manager, Luka Erceg, sent a letter today to Acting …

Murray Files Suit Against Hall-Long and Delaware General Assembly Leadership to Get Them Back to Work

General Assembly In Direct Violation of U.S. and Delaware Constitutions GEORGETOWN, DE, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Julianne Murray filed a lawsuit with the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware against …

Brotschol Opposes Packing Supreme Court

Youngest Congressional Candidate Calls Out Oldest President LAKE HIAWATHA, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Hillery Brotschol, Republican Congressional for New Jersey’s 11th District, issued a statement on …

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS EBIX, EH, FUBO, MPLN INVESTORS of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action ...

NEW ORLEANS, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors of pending deadlines in the following securities class action lawsuits: EHang Holdings Limited (EH) Class Period: 12/12/2019 - 2…

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS CYDY, RIDE, ROOT, VRM INVESTORS of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action ...

NEW ORLEANS, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors of pending deadlines in the following securities class action lawsuits: Lordstown Motors Corp. (RIDE) Class Period: 8/3/2020 - 3…

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS LDOS, REGI, VLDR, WKHS INVESTORS of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in Class Action ...

NEW ORLEANS, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors of pending deadlines in the following securities class action lawsuits: Renewable Energy Group, Inc. (REGI) Class Period: 5/3/ …

CANOO SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN EXCESS OF $100,000 of Lead Plaintiff Deadline in ...

NEW ORLEANS, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until June 1, 2021 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against Canoo Inc. (NasdaqGS: …

DEADLIINE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors That a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against ...

NEW YORK, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, Reminds Investors that a class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the District of …

Arizona US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate Appeals to the Family of a US Navy Veteran with Lung Cancer to Call ...

PHOENIX , ARIZONA, USA, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to the Arizona US Navy Veterans Lung Cancer Advocate, "We are appealing to the wife or adult son-daughter of a Navy Veteran or person in Arizona with recently diagnosed …

Bragar Eagel & Squire is Investigating Certain Officers and Directors of Uniti Group, Surgalign Holdings, Tyson Foods, ...

NEW YORK, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, is investigating certain officers and directors of Uniti Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: UNIT), Surgalign Holdings, Inc. (f/k/a …

Brightleaf Solutions Announces Successful Completion of SOC 2 Type II Compliance Certification

Independent audit affirms Brightleaf’s internal controls and processes BROOKLINE, MA, UNITED STATES, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brightleaf Solutions, Inc., a leading provider of contract data extraction and analytics solutions, today …

HAGENS BERMAN, NATIONAL TRIAL ATTORNEYS, Encourages Porch Group (PRCH) Investors with Losses to Contact Its Attorneys ...

SAN FRANCISCO, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hagens Berman urges Porch Group Inc. (NASDAQ: PRCH) investors with significant losses to submit your losses now. The firm is investigating possible securities law violations and certain investors may have …

Dr. Marcus Duda and Davis Clayton Kiyo Interviewed by Candice Georgiadis

Dr. Marcus Duda, Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery. Davis Clayton Kiyo, founder of Myster High-End Accessories GREENWICH, CT, USA, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Candice Georgiadis, owner of the blog by her namesake, …

Virginia Mesothelioma Victims Center Appeals to the Family of a Career Navy Veteran with Mesothelioma in Virginia to ...

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA , USA, April 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Virginia Mesothelioma Victims Center is appealing to the immediate family of a Navy Veteran with recently confirmed mesothelioma in Virginia to please call attorney Erik Karst of …

BLUE FINAL DEADLINE: ROSEN, RESPECTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages bluebird bio, Inc. Investors With Losses to Secure ...

NEW YORK, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of bluebird bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: BLUE) between May 11, 2020 and November 4, 2020, inclusive (the “Class Period”) of the …

ROSEN, A LEADING LAW FIRM, Encourages Ebix, Inc. Investors With Losses to Secure Counsel Before Important April 23 ...

NEW YORK, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Ebix, Inc. (NASDAQ: EBIX) between November 9, 2020 and February 19, 2021, inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the …

Gainey McKenna & Egleston Announces A Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against 3D Systems Corp. (DDD)

NEW YORK, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gainey McKenna & Egleston announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against 3D Systems Corp. (“3D Systems” or the “Company”) (NYSE: DDD) in the United States District Court for the Eastern …

Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Reminds Investors of Deadline in Securities Fraud Class Action Against Workhorse ...

RADNOR, Pa., April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP reminds Workhorse Group Inc. (NASDAQ: WKHS) (“Workhorse”) investors that a securities fraud class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States …

Franklin Wireless Corp. Investors: Company Investigated by the Portnoy Law Firm

Investors can contact the law firm at no cost to learn more about recovering their losses LOS ANGELES, April 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Portnoy Law Firm advises Franklin Wireless Corp. ("Franklin" or the "Company") (NASDAQ: FKWL) …