Patent No. EP4460695 (titled "Semi-Automated Patch-Clamp Apparatus And A Method For Carrying Out A Patch-Clamp Procedure") was filed by Sophion Bioscience on Jan 9, 2023. The application was issued on Dec 24, 2025.

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative |
|---|---|---|
| NANION | Sep 24, 2026 | WALLINGER RICKER SCHLOTTER TOSTMANN |
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