How are copies of cited references provided to patent applicants?
According to MPEP 707.05(a), copies of cited foreign patent documents and non-patent literature are automatically furnished without charge to applicants with the Office action. However, copies of U.S. patents and U.S. patent application publications are not provided in paper to applicants. The MPEP states: Copies of cited foreign patent documents and non-patent literature references (except…
Read MoreWhat is the proper citation format for non-patent literature?
When citing non-patent literature, such as books, periodicals, and other publications, the following guidelines should be followed: Provide sufficient information to determine the identity and facilitate the location of the publication. For books: Include author, title, date, specific pages relied on, and the Scientific and Technical Information Center (STIC) call number. For periodicals: Include author(s),…
Read MoreHow should examiners cite foreign patents and non-patent literature?
How should examiners cite foreign patents and non-patent literature? Examiners should follow specific guidelines when citing foreign patents and non-patent literature (NPL) in patent applications. According to MPEP 707.05(a): For foreign patents: Cite the country, document number, and publication date (WIPO Standard ST.14 format). Include the applicant’s name, the title in English (if available), and…
Read MoreHow should examiners cite foreign patents and non-patent literature in USPTO office actions?
Examiners should follow specific guidelines when citing foreign patents and non-patent literature in USPTO office actions: Foreign Patents: Cite the country, document number, date of publication, name of patentee, and pages or columns of the relevant material. Non-Patent Literature: Include the author (if any), title of the publication, date, pages, and place of publication. According…
Read MoreWhat information is required for non-patent literature in an Information Disclosure Statement?
When including non-patent literature in an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS), you must provide the following information: Publisher Author (if any) Title Relevant pages Date Place of publication According to MPEP 609.04(a): Each publication listed in an information disclosure statement must be identified by publisher, author (if any), title, relevant pages of the publication, date, and…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for citing NPL documents in an IDS?
What are the requirements for citing NPL documents in an IDS? When citing Non-Patent Literature (NPL) documents in an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS), specific requirements must be met to ensure proper identification and consideration. According to MPEP 609.04(a): “Each publication listed in an information disclosure statement must be identified by publisher, author (if any), title,…
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