The distinction between apparent and non-apparent inventor-originated disclosures is important in determining how the USPTO treats prior art. According to MPEP 2153.01(a): Apparent inventor-originated disclosures: “A disclosure is not prior art under AIA 35 U.S.C. 102(a)(1) if it is apparent from the disclosure itself that it is an inventor-originated disclosure. Specifically, Office personnel may not…

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