What Are Non-Patentable Subject Matters in Catalysis?
Certain subject matters are not eligible for patent protection in the field of catalysis. These include:
1. Natural Phenomena: A naturally occurring material in its natural state cannot be patented. 2. Abstract Ideas: Theoretical concepts or scientific principles without specific applications are not patentable. 3. Prior Art: Innovations that have already been disclosed in earlier publications or patents, i.e., not novel, are non-patentable.