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The patent EP3438274 was granted to Meijo University on Feb 17, 2021. The application was filed on Mar 31, 2016 under application number EP16896958A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Revoked".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIOMERIEUX | Nov 17, 2021 | WALL | ADMISSIBLE |
Patent citations refer to prior patents cited during different phases such as opposition or international search.
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| SEARCH | WO2010022400 |
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