Medicines are indispensable in helping individuals lead a healthier and more productive life. In 1995, Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) was adopted by the World Trade Organization (WTO). This book analyses the effects of patent systems and protection of undisclosed data segments of TRIPS on access to medicinal drugs in developing countries. In developing countries, 50-90% of medicines are paid for by patients themselves thus drug prices are very important when considering medicinal access. Despite additional provisions, patent systems and protection of...