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The patent EP3394030 was granted to Moderna on Feb 12, 2025. The application was filed on Dec 22, 2016 under application number EP16831870A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Patent Maintained As Amended".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOULT WADE TENNANT | Sep 22, 2022 | BOULT WADE TENNANT | ADMISSIBLE |
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