What are the submission options for ASCII plain text sequence listings to the USPTO?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. According to MPEP 2422.03(a), there are several options for submitting…
Read MoreWhat is the preferred method for submitting a “Sequence Listing” to the USPTO?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The USPTO’s preferred method for submitting a “Sequence Listing” is…
Read MoreWhat are the size restrictions for ASCII plain text files submitted via the USPTO patent electronic filing system?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The USPTO has specific size restrictions for ASCII plain text…
Read MoreWhat is the recommended format for submitting a “Sequence Listing” in a patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The USPTO recommends submitting a “Sequence Listing” as an ASCII…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for submitting a “Sequence Listing” in an international application (PCT) via the USPTO patent electronic filing system?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. When submitting a “Sequence Listing” in an international application (PCT)…
Read MoreAre there exceptions to the requirement for submitting a separate CRF and statement?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Yes, there are exceptions to the requirement for submitting a…
Read MoreWhat is required when submitting a “Sequence Listing” as an ASCII plain text file?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. When submitting a “Sequence Listing” as an ASCII plain text…
Read MoreWhat are the file format requirements for submitting a “Sequence Listing” as an ASCII plain text file?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. According to MPEP 2425, the ASCII plain text file for…
Read MoreHow should ASCII plain text sequence listings be prepared for submission to the USPTO?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. When preparing ASCII plain text sequence listings for submission to…
Read MoreWhat should I do if my “Sequence Listing” ASCII plain text file exceeds the 100 megabyte size limit for USPTO electronic filing?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. If your “Sequence Listing” ASCII plain text file exceeds the…
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