How 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…
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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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