Are there alternative ways to access sequence data from patents and patent applications?
Yes, there are alternative ways to access sequence data from patents and patent applications: Through the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. From commercial vendors. The MPEP explains: Sequence data may also be accessed in a more readily searchable manner from the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) at www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov or from a…
Read MoreWhat features are available on the USPTO Patent Classification Home Page?
The USPTO Patent Classification Home Page, available at www.uspto.gov/Classification, offers several key features as described in MPEP 902.03(a): Index to the U.S. Patent Classification system (USPC) Class definitions Class schedules Integration with the USPTO Patent Full-Text and Image Database The MPEP states: “The site integrates with the USPTO Patent Full-Text and Image Database site by…
Read MoreWhat is the current status of the USPC for utility patents?
The U.S. Patent Classification System (USPC) for utility patents has undergone significant changes. According to MPEP 902: “The USPC is now a static searchable database for all utility areas.” This means that while the USPC is no longer used for classifying new utility patents, it remains a valuable resource for searching and researching older patents.…
Read MoreHow are Certificates of Correction published and made available to the public?
The USPTO has implemented an electronic publication process for Certificates of Correction. Here’s how they are published and made available: Certificates of Correction are electronically published on the USPTO website at www.uspto.gov/CertificatesOfCorrection. They are subsequently listed in the Official Gazette approximately three weeks later. On the date of electronic publication: The certificate is entered into…
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