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But these templates don’t come anywhere close to the real thing, so Kakaiya decided to make an anatomically precise, patented 3D-printed model.

From Slate • Jun. 7, 2026

The companies had accused Moderna of using their patented lipid nanoparticle technology—the delivery system featured in Moderna’s Spikevax Covid-19 vaccine—without permission.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Meta has patented technology that can keep you posting forever, even if you die.

From Slate • Apr. 23, 2026

While competitors are free to make food-themed hair clips, copying her specific designs - which are patented - is another matter.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 2026

I worked myself up into an angry storm rather quickly; another Finn Easton patented wild mood swing.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith