What is the purpose of MPEP 2401?
MPEP 2401 serves as an introduction to the chapter on biotechnology in the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. Specifically, it states:
“This chapter provides guidance on the practices and procedures pertaining to the rules for deposits of biological materials for patent purposes ( 37 CFR 1.801 – 1.809 ) and the rules for the requirements for patent applications containing nucleotide sequence and/or amino acid sequence disclosures ( 37 CFR 1.821 – 1.825 and 37 CFR 1.831 – 1.835 ).”
This section sets the stage for detailed discussions on biological deposits and sequence disclosures in patent applications.
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Topics:
MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology,
MPEP 2401 - Introduction,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure