Access to genetic patrimony

Obtaining samples of components of gene pool for purposes of scientific research, technological development or bioprospecting, aiming at its application in industry or otherwise.

Reference and external links

BRAZIL. Provisional Measure No. 2,186 of August 23, 2001. Regulates the section II of § 1 and § 4 of Art. 225 of the Constitution, arts. 1st, 8th, item "j" 10, "c", 15 and 16, items 3 and 4 of the Convention on Biological Diversity, providing for access to genetic resources, protection, and access to associated traditional knowledge, the distribution of benefits and access to technology and technology transfer for its conservation and use, and other measures. Official Gazette [of] the Federative Republic of Brazil, Executive Power, Brasília, DF, 24 August 2001. Section 1. p.11