What are the prior art exceptions under 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(1)?
The prior art exceptions under 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(1) are provisions that exclude certain disclosures from being considered as prior art under the America Invents Act (AIA). These exceptions apply to the first inventor to file (FITF) provisions of the AIA. The MPEP states: See MPEP ยง 2153.01 for prior art exceptions based on grace period…
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