What are the requirements for naming inventors in a PCT application?
When filing a PCT application, it’s important to correctly name the inventors. According to MPEP 1806:
“The applicant shall, upon filing the international application, or when complying with Rule 4.17(iv) within the prescribed time limit, declare the inventor’s name and address, unless the inventor has died or is under legal incapacity.”
This means that:
- Inventors must be named in the PCT application
- Both the name and address of each inventor should be provided
- If an inventor has died or is legally incapacitated, this should be noted
It’s crucial to ensure all inventors are properly identified to maintain the validity of the application and any resulting patents.
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