What are the mandatory qualifiers for the “source” feature key in a Sequence Listing XML?

The “source” feature key is mandatory for all nucleotide and amino acid sequences in a Sequence Listing XML, except for intentionally skipped sequences. According to MPEP 2413.01(g), there are two mandatory qualifiers for the “source” feature key: “organism” “mol_type” The “organism” qualifier must disclose the source or origin of the sequence, while the “mol_type” qualifier…

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What are the mandatory elements of the INSDSeq in a Sequence Listing XML?

The INSDSeq element in a Sequence Listing XML contains several mandatory dependent elements. According to MPEP 2413.01(g), these elements are: INSDSeq_length: Length of the sequence INSDSeq_moltype: Molecule type INSDSeq_division: Indication that a sequence is related to a patent application INSDSeq_feature-table: List of annotations of the sequence INSDSeq_sequence: The sequence itself These elements are crucial for…

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What are the mandatory attributes for the root element in a Sequence Listing XML?

According to WIPO Standard ST.26, paragraph 43, as cited in the MPEP, the root element of a Sequence Listing XML must have certain mandatory attributes. These are: dtdVersion: Version of the DTD used to create the file (format “V#_#”, e.g., “V1_3”) originalFreeTextLanguageCode: The language code for the original language of language-dependent free text qualifiers Additionally,…

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What are language-dependent free text qualifiers in WIPO Standard ST.26?

Language-dependent free text qualifiers are specific qualifiers in WIPO Standard ST.26 that may require translation for national, regional, or international procedures. These qualifiers provide additional information about sequences in a descriptive text format. According to WIPO Standard ST.26, paragraph 3(o), “language-dependent free text” means that the free text value of certain qualifiers, may require translation…

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How is the language of free text qualifiers indicated in a Sequence Listing XML?

The language of free text qualifiers in a Sequence Listing XML is indicated using specific attributes in the root element. According to the MPEP, which cites WIPO Standard ST.26, paragraph 43, there are two relevant attributes: originalFreeTextLanguageCode: This attribute indicates “The language code (see reference in paragraph 9 to ISO 639-1:2002) for the single original…

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What is the significance of WIPO Standard ST.26 in representing sequences in patent applications?

WIPO Standard ST.26 plays a crucial role in guiding the representation of nucleotide and amino acid sequences in patent applications. The MPEP 2412.05(e) frequently references this standard when describing how to handle various sequence scenarios in the Sequence Listing XML. For example: Paragraph 35 of ST.26 is cited for handling sequences constructed from non-contiguous segments.…

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What are the character limitations for free text in qualifiers according to WIPO Standard ST.26?

WIPO Standard ST.26 imposes specific character limitations for free text in qualifiers: The use of free text should be limited to short terms indispensable for understanding a characteristic of the sequence. For each qualifier, the free text must not exceed 1000 characters. The MPEP cites WIPO Standard ST.26, paragraph 86, which states: “The use of…

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How should applicant and inventor names be formatted in the Sequence Listing XML?

According to WIPO Standard ST.26 and the MPEP, applicant and inventor names in the Sequence Listing XML should be formatted as follows: The applicant’s name must be indicated in the ApplicantName element, generally in the language of the application filing. The inventor’s name may optionally be indicated in the InventorName element. Both elements must include…

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