How does the nature of corroboration for post-filing biological deposits vary?
The nature of corroboration for biological deposits made after the filing date can vary depending on the specific circumstances of the application. The MPEP 2406.02 states:
“The nature of this corroboration will depend on the circumstances in the particular application under consideration, including the length of time between the application filing date and the date of deposit.”
This means that the USPTO will consider factors such as the time gap between filing and deposit when assessing the adequacy of the corroboration provided.
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Topics:
MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology,
MPEP 2406.02 - Deposit After Filing Date - Corroboration,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure