When did the new Sequence Rules come into effect?

The new Sequence Rules came into effect on July 1, 2022. This date is crucial for patent applicants dealing with nucleotide and/or amino acid sequences. As stated in MPEP 2412.01, the rules apply to “patent applications that were filed on or after July 1, 2022, having disclosures of nucleotide and/or amino acid sequences as defined…

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When did the new rules for “modified amino acids” in patent applications come into effect?

The new rules regarding “modified amino acids” in patent applications came into effect on July 1, 2022. This is clearly stated in the MPEP 2412.03(c): [Editor Note: This section is applicable to all applications filed on or after July 1, 2022, having disclosures of nucleotide and/or amino acid sequences as defined in 37 CFR 1.831(b).]…

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What is the relationship between intervening rights and the effective date of the reexamination certificate?

What is the relationship between intervening rights and the effective date of the reexamination certificate? The effective date of the reexamination certificate is crucial in determining the application of intervening rights. According to MPEP 2293: “The date of the reexamination certificate is the date of issue from which the patent claims as stated in the…

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When did the requirement for including an XML declaration in Sequence Listing XML become effective?

The requirement for including an XML declaration in Sequence Listing XML became effective for patent applications filed on or after July 1, 2022. As stated in MPEP 2413.01(c): This section is applicable to all applications filed on or after July 1, 2022, having disclosures of nucleotide and/or amino acid sequences as defined in 37 CFR…

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