The EPO published patent application EP4137577A1 for a method to improve plant genetic transformation and gene editing efficiency, filed by the Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology (Chinese Academy of Sciences) and Tianjin Genovo Biotechnology Co., Ltd. The patent names six inventors and covers IPC classifications C12N 15/82 (plant vectors) and C12N 9/22 (nucleic acid enzymes/gene editing). The designation extends to 32 European states including all EU member states, EFTA countries, and the UK.

This is a routine patent publication notice with no immediate compliance obligations. Research institutions and biotech companies working in plant genetic engineering should review the patent claims to assess potential licensing needs or freedom-to-operate implications. The patent provides intellectual property protection across designated European territories for the disclosed transformation and editing method.