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Patent No. EP3709026 (titled "Instrument For Analyzing Biological Samples And Reagents") was filed by Douglas Scientific on Jul 28, 2015. The application was issued on Jul 17, 2024.

Patent oppositions filed by competitors challenge the validity of a granted patent. These oppositions are typically based on claims of prior art, lack of novelty, or non-obviousness. They are a key part of the process for determining a patent's strength and enforceability.
| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| CR BIOSCIENCE | Apr 17, 2025 | SCHLICH |
| HC SCIENTIFIC CHENGDU | Apr 17, 2025 | SNODIN |
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