How does common ownership affect prior art under 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C)?

Common ownership can significantly affect prior art considerations under 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C). The MPEP states: “35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C) excepts subject matter disclosed in a U.S. patent, U.S. patent application publication, or WIPO published application from constituting prior art under 35 U.S.C. 102(a)(2) if the subject matter disclosed and the claimed invention, not later than the…

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