How do I submit a large biological sequence listing on optical discs?

To submit a large biological sequence listing (over 100MB) on optical discs for a patent application, follow these guidelines:

• Use read-only optical discs (e.g., CD-R, DVD-R).
• Ensure the sequence listing is in ASCII text format.
• Include two copies of the optical disc containing identical sequence listings.
• Label each disc with the following information:
  • Name of the applicant
  • Title of the invention
  • Application number (if known)
  • Filing date (if known)
  • Disc number (e.g., ‘1 of 2’, ‘2 of 2’)
• Include a statement in the specification that incorporates the sequence listing by reference.

MPEP 608.05(c) states: “Sequence listings may be submitted […] on read-only optical discs when the sequence listing file size is over 100 megabytes.”

Ensure that the submission complies with the requirements set forth in 37 CFR 1.821-1.825 and follows the specific guidelines for optical disc submissions outlined in MPEP 608.05.

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