What are some reasons for supplementing a biological deposit?

Supplementing a biological deposit may be necessary when the original deposit has lost certain qualities but remains viable. The MPEP provides examples: “The term ‘supplement’ is directed to those situations where the earlier deposit is still viable in the sense that it is alive and capable of replication either directly or indirectly, but has lost…

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What is the purpose of 37 CFR 1.805?

37 CFR 1.805 relates to the deposit of biological materials to replace or supplement a previous deposit. This regulation provides guidance on when and how a deposit can be replaced or supplemented during the patent application process. To learn more: Biological Deposits Patent Application Biotechnology USPTO Regulations

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