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    The mission of the ABA Science & Technology Law Section is to provide leadership on emerging issues at the intersection of law, science, and technology; to promote sound policy and public understanding on such issues; and to enhance the professional development of its members.

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    COVID-19: FDA Emergency Use Authorizations

    Chad Landmon the Chair of IP and FDA practice at AXINN offers an overview of FDA Emergency Use Authorizations. Do you wonder how scientists and research companies will get new treatments for novel coronavirus to patients? Chad explains how EUAs work to secure FDA approvals to bring treatments to the public faster. (Watch Video Now)

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    SciTech Connect - Science and Technology for the Public Good Committee

    During these unprecedented and uncertain times, Scitech is working to bring you resources that will support you and your practice. We invite all Section members to join our Science and Technology for the Public Good committee to participate in a COVID-19 Discussion Forum .

    2020 Austin Midyear Meeting Update From Section Delegates William Baker and Richard Field

    The ABA Select Committee Report was prepared to aid House of Delegates members in informing their constituencies about actions of the House and other highlights of the 2020 Austin Midyear Meeting. This report is comprehensive and identifies the scope and diversity of matters considered by the House. Included also are links to speeches of the Officers, remarks by The Honorable Nathan L. Hecht, President of the Conference of Chief Justices and the final adopted language of Resolutions with Reports.

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    Artificial Intelligence and Robotics National Institute

    SciTech launched its inaugural National Institute on Artificial Intelligence and Robotics on January 9 and 10, 2020 in Santa Clara, CA. The two-day event was a great success! Attendees learned insider tips on practical ways to tackle contracting, litigation, tort liability, compliance, data protection, and other legal issues raised by artificial intelligence. Pictured left: Attendees get an up-close look at Shelley, an autonomous race car built on an Audi TTS.

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    Take the Lead In Shaping Technology Law for the Next Decade

    The Science & Technology Law Section just completed a busy and exciting year. See the highlights from outgoing Section Chair William Baker’s presentation to the Section Council at the ABA Annual Meeting in San Francisco in early August.

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