What USPTO search and information resource facilities are accessible to the public?

The USPTO provides several search and information resource facilities that are accessible to the public:

  1. Public Search Facility:
    • Location: Madison East, first floor, 600 Dulany St., Alexandria, VA 22314
    • Phone: 571-272-3275
    • Hours: Weekdays, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., ET
  2. Scientific and Technical Information Center (STIC):
    • Main Library: Remsen Bldg., first floor, 400 Dulany St., Alexandria, VA 22314 (Phone: 571-272-3547)
    • Biotech/Chemical Library: Remsen 1D58 (Phone: 571-272-2520)
    • Hours: Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., ET
  3. Application Assistance Unit (AAU):
    • Email: HelpAAU@uspto.gov
    • Phone: 571-272-4000 or toll-free at 888-786-0101
    • Hours: Weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., ET

These facilities provide valuable resources for patent searchers, researchers, and the general public interested in patent information.

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