Patented technology status quo and development trend for Chinese herbal medicines
Li, C.; Huang, L.
Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi 34(11): 1468-1472
2009
ISSN/ISBN: 1001-5302 PMID: 19771885 Document Number: 637624
Patent technology is regarded as technological trends under the market economy condition. The case showed the information form patent literature can be widely used in technology or economy. In this study, we analyzed the patent technology status quo and development trend for Chinese herbal medicines based on China patent database. The patent technology status quo is divided from the technology of biotechnology, quality control, cultivation and herb processing on Chinese herbal medicines. Furthermore, some recommendations of technology development and advices on patent protection for Chinese herbal medicines were suggested.