How does the USPTO define direct self-replication of biological materials?
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) defines direct self-replication of biological materials in MPEP 2403.01 as follows:
“Direct self-replication includes those situations where the biological material reproduces by itself.”
This means that the biological material can reproduce independently, without requiring the presence of another self-replicating biological material. The MPEP indicates that representative examples of materials capable of direct self-replication are defined in the rule, although specific examples are not provided in this section.
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Topics:
MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology,
MPEP 2403.01 - Material Capable Of Self - Replication,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure