COMING UP

摘要

The 'chemistry of life' -including topics such as the biochemical basis of epigenetics - is the key topic at the American Chemical Society's spring meeting in San Diego, California. 'Planet under Pressure' will see scientists and policy-makers meet in London to discuss the latest research on ecosystems and planetary stewardship. Swiss drug firm Novartiss six-year legal fight with India's government, which began when the firm was denied a patent on a cancer drug, goes to India's supreme court. The ruling could set precedents for patented drugs in India and many developing countries.