The European Patent Office (EPO) has published patent application EP2026029704A1, titled "DUMBBELL-SHAPED DNA VECTORS." This publication, dated March 18, 2026, relates to biotechnology and intellectual property within the European Union. The application is classified under IPC codes C12N 15/67, C12N 15/85, and others related to genetic engineering and pharmaceutical applications.

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