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Patent No. EP3137186 (titled "Methods For The Purification Of Proteins Using Caprylic Acid") was filed by Novo Nordisk on Apr 30, 2015. The application was issued on Jan 27, 2021.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| EUROPEAN OPPOSITIONS | Oct 27, 2021 | LEE |
| GLAXOSMITHKLINE | Oct 26, 2021 | KIM |
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