What are the requirements for a depository to be recognized as suitable by the USPTO?
For a depository to be recognized as suitable by the USPTO, it must meet several requirements as outlined in 37 CFR 1.803(a). These include: Having a continuous existence Existing independently of the depositor’s control Possessing sufficient staff and facilities for examination and storage Providing safety measures to minimize the risk of losing biological material Being…
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What are the requirements for testing biological deposit viability? The MPEP provides guidance on testing the viability of biological deposits. According to MPEP 2409: “The depository must be able to furnish samples of the deposit to those who are entitled to receive samples under patent law and the Budapest Treaty. The depository must also agree…
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