Can sequence listings be submitted on USB flash drives?
No, sequence listings cannot be submitted on USB flash drives. The MPEP 2422.03 specifically states: “A sequence listing in electronic form may not be submitted on any removable media other than a compact disc, diskette or magnetic tape.” This means that USB flash drives are not an acceptable medium for submitting sequence listings. Applicants must…
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No, a computer program listing appendix cannot be submitted on a USB flash drive. According to MPEP 608.05(a), the appendix must be submitted either: As a text file via the USPTO’s electronic filing system (EFS-Web or Patent Center) On one or more compact discs (CD-ROM or CD-R) The MPEP specifically states: “A computer program listing…
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