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Knobbe Martens partner Eric Furman Ph.D., J.D. will present “Protecting Innovation in Regenerative Cell Medicine” at the 23^rd Annual Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association South Western Regional Conference on Saturday, February 16. The conference will be held at the Carlsbad Sheraton Resort & Spa, 5480 Grand Pacific Drive, Carlsbad, California.

The presentation will explore different claiming strategies that are useful in the United States to gain patent protection for regenerative cell populations. He will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of product claims as well as methods of making and using these products. Approaches to prevent accidental anticipation and inherency will also be provided.

Dr. Furman’s presentation will be held during Session I, as part of Track A, in the “Carlsbad A” conference room beginning at 1:15pm. His talk will run from 2:55-3:15pm. For more information and registration details, please visit www.ksea.org.

Dr. Furman, a partner in Knobbe Martens’ San Diego office, specializes in patent protection and other forms of intellectual property protection for biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and medical devices. His practice includes strategic patent counseling and procurement, freedom to operate analysis, counseling on infringement and invalidity issues, licensing and due diligence studies as related to negotiations for mergers and acquisitions.