Science

Should private companies be allowed to own scientific discoveries like genes or elements?

For

Patents encourage innovation and investment.

Against

Knowledge about nature should belong to all humanity.

Anonymous excerpts, translated where noted.

For

  • It benefits society as a whole since it leads to more innovation among businesses.
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  • I think property rights probably trump whatever designation of a species as endangered.
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Against

  • Natural resources typically belong to the people.
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  • does not convey ownership of that art.
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