Bayh-Dole helped the U.S. reverse its downward spiral into irrelevance and become the dominant force that it is today. The world economy is unraveling again, and Joe Allen is a firm believer in the power of the Bayh-Dole Act to turn things around for countries across the world. Not everybody agrees.Despite the fact that the Bayh-Dole Act is foundational to the U.S. economy, it has been under attack since it was passed in 1980. From day one, Joe Allen has been there to fight the battles on its behalf.Listen to this episode to hear why protecting Bayh-Dole means protecting innovation. In This Episode:[00:52] An overview of Joe Allen’s career, from Senate Judiciary Committee for Senator Birch Bayh to leader of the Bayh-Dole Coalition.[02:12] March-in right requests that have been filed relating to the prostate cancer drug, XTANDI.[03:15] Why the US patent system is under attack.[04:10] The profound impact that the Bayh-Dole Act had on the US economy. [06:09] Joe explains why the Bayh-Dole Act has the provision of a march-in right. [07:30] Four circumstances under which the government can invoke the march-in provision. [09:04] Misconceptions held by opponents of the Bayh-Dole Act. [16:16] The enormity of what is at stake if the march-in relating to XTANDI goes ahead.[21:20] Attacks that were waged against Bayh-Dole when it was passed.[23:26] An explanation of the Exceptional Circumstances provision in the Bayh-Dole Act, and how the DOE is trying to take advantage of this. [30:23] The dangers of micromanagement in the innovation space. [33:54] How the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine came into existence in such a short space of time. [39:27] Joe shares his thoughts on COVID-19 vaccine patent waivers. [43:53] The role that Joe played in assisting South Africa to change its approach to innovation. [48:04] Joe’s passion for advocating for the Bayh-Dole Act in the US and internationally. [49:30] A story that epitomizes the driving force behind our economy. [50:30] Why Joe is optimistic about the future of Bayh-Dole, despite the many reasons not to be. [53:02] The most effective way to fight back against Bayh-Dole oppressors. [55:42] A story that highlights the real-world value of the Bayh-Dole Act. Find Joe:Email

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