Patently-O

APRIL 26, 2023

Though the patent system exists to promote innovation, it also serves to promote inventors and innovators. For more visit, For more stories, and to add your own story , visit the “Inventor’s Diary” at www.diversitypilots.org. What did becoming an inventor mean to you? ” – Sujesha S., ” – Scott S.,

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

The question of whether it should be possible to name artificial intelligence (AI) code as an inventor on a patent application continues to dog patent offices and courts around the world. The US District Court, by contrast, recently found against naming an algorithm as an inventor ( IPWatchDog ).

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

For the first time in decades, the US Supreme Court will engage with enablement in patent applications. On November 4th, 2022, the Supreme Court granted certiorari to review the Federal Circuit’s decision in Amgen v Sanofi , against the recommendation of the US government.

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IP Intelligence

APRIL 26, 2023

Women inventors and creators have shaped our world, developing new drugs, medical devices, industrial chemicals and technology. While women make up nearly half of the world’s population, WIPO estimates that in 2022, only 16 percent of international patent application inventors were women. 1] On World IP Day this year, the U.S.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 26, 2023

.” Women inventors and creators have shaped our world, developing new drugs, medical devices, industrial chemicals and technology. While women make up nearly half of the world’s population, WIPO estimates that in 2022, only 16 percent of international patent application inventors were women. 1] [link] ; [link].

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U.S. Department of Commerce

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Black Inventors and Entrepreneurs – Past, Present, and Future. Black History Month reminds us that the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are critical to the success of the Department of Commerce’s mission. The company now holds 11 patents, with several more pending, and has trademarked its brand.

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IP Tech Blog

APRIL 25, 2023

Every year, on April 26, intellectual property organizations around the world observe “ World IP Day ” – an event established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) to raise awareness of patents, copyrights, designs, and trademarks, and to celebrate the creativity and contributions of inventors, authors, artists and entrepreneurs.

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IPilogue

DECEMBER 14, 2022

There is currently a congressional push to let drug companies patent diagnostic tests in the United States. 4734 , titled the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act of 2022, which, in part, aims to change currently existing US federal patent law regarding patent eligibility for different classes of inventions. . In response, Bill S.4734

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Intepat

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Women inventors are making significant strides, leaving an indelible mark on the world of innovation and intellectual property. In 1809, Mary Dixon was the 1st Woman to receive the US Patent. Her invention gave a head start to the hat industry in the US, and this gave rise to wearable fashion in the 19th century.

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Patent Trademark Blog

APRIL 22, 2022

Should you own your patent as an individual or under your company? Startups frequently ask whether their patent should be owned by the company or the individual inventors. Why assign the patent to your company? That is why a patent application would never identify a company only. I’m not a tax attorney.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

As an inventor, there’s nothing more thrilling than having a big corporation take interest in your idea. What if the company decides to sever ties or even worse, continue using your invention without your permission? By doing so, you prevent others from using or profiting from your creation without your consent.

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Patent Trademark Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2022

What is the filing deadline for a US design patent based on a foreign priority application? A US design patent application must be filed within six months of your foreign priority date. Government fees: Does the applicant company have less than 500 employees? US government fees are based on the size of the applicant.

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IPilogue

MAY 31, 2022

Google’s contribution to the US patent system. Google has created a space that incentivizes innovation by being one of the first companies to pledge to not sue any user, distributor, or developer of open-source software on specified patents unless an attack was instigated against them first. Concern with the US patent system.

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Intepat

MAY 2, 2024

This journey is about unlocking the potential of quantum technology while ensuring that inventors and innovators are rightfully recognized and protected. Nevertheless, inventors and companies need assurance that their hard work will not just be copied or stolen. It is not just about who creates the next big quantum breakthrough.

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IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Under patent law, it is the general expectation that inventors are humans, not robots. Dr. Stephen Thaler created DABUS (‘Device for the Autonomous Bootstrapping of Unified Sentience’), an artificial neural system, and claimed that DABUS was the sole inventor of the patentable invention. Why is this an issue? v Wellcome Foundation Ltd.

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Patently-O

APRIL 28, 2022

Ariad -Style Written Description : Originally filed claims may also lack written description if the four-corners of the specification fail to show the inventor was in possession. Eli Lilly and Company , 598 F.3d Ariad Pharmaceuticals et al. 3d 1336 (Fed. 2010) (en banc). 282 (as amended by AIA 2011).

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IAM Magazine

APRIL 6, 2022

IAM’s Diversity 100 is a listing of the entities with the greatest proportion of female inventors named on US patent grants maintained between 1 January 2010 and 1 January 2022.

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IAM Magazine

APRIL 6, 2022

IAM’s Diversity 100 is a listing of the entities with the greatest proportion of female inventors named on US patent grants maintained between 1 January 2010 and 1 January 2022.

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Patent Trademark Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2021

How can you order a US national stage application based on your PCT application? You can now order a flat rate US national phase application based on your PCT application. Simply go to our PCT US national stage page and enter your PCT application number to get started. Foreign Associates Get Inventor Declarations Instantly.

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Patently-O

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

But currently, while women represent over 50% of the workforce and 27% of STEM workers, they comprise only 13% of inventors, according to the USPTO ’s influential Progress and Potential report. We hope you will join us, online or in-person. Background resources and background materials are available here.

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Patently-O

MAY 24, 2023

Bagley , Asa Griggs Candler Professor of Law, Emory University School of Law, co-inventor, and Principal, Diversity Pilots Initiative. Watch her video for Invent Together , entitled Challenges Encountered as a Diverse Inventor. diversitypilots@gmail.com) Sign up for the DPI research updates

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Garrigues Blog

JULY 26, 2023

The Danish company SNIPR Biome, which researches and develops CRISPR-based microbial gene therapy, has obtained a favorable decision in defense of its patents. The Danish company appealed the decision on the grounds that the “interference process” was not applicable because its patents had been filed under the “first-inventor-to-file” system.

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Patently-O

MAY 31, 2022

This case raises the novel legal issue of whether a patent can be obtained for an invention created by an artificial intelligence (AI) in the absence of a traditional human inventor (“AI-Generated Invention”). Zeta is an Italian company seeking to register the mark PARMA COFFEE to be used for coffee, chocolate, tea, and other food/beverages.

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Patently-O

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Patents filed before March 2013 are examined using the pre-AIA rules of patentability, including 35 U.S.C. Under this old law, an accused infringer was able to assert a defense of invalidity if the issued patent fails to name the correct inventors. The patents list two inventors, Richard Darr and Edward Morgan. 35 U.S.C. §

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 18, 2023

The owner gets an exclusive right to use or sell for a specific time period as a legal right under the document which we refer throughout this paper as ‘patent’ The patent system is designed to encourage innovation by protecting the rights of inventors to their inventions. 3] In the case of V.B. Mohammaed Ibrahim v.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JUNE 14, 2022

Moritz Ammelburg and Peter Fasse examine the patentability requirements and prosecution schemes in the US and Europe and how applicants can prepare applications that will best serve their needs in both jurisdictions. Inventorship in the US is a critical component of patent ownership. Read the full article on Managing IP. Inventorship.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 25, 2023

” An Example: Women Inventors and Patents The low participation of women in patent systems is well-documented. As noted in my prior blogs here and here , as of 2019, only 13% of inventors listed on US patents are women – and that is up from a mere 8% in 1995. So why are women not named as inventors on patents?

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Many of us have said, “Bacon makes everything better.” Well, it turns out that not all contributions count when it comes to being an inventor of a patent for a better method of precooking bacon. Howard asserted that it was during the testing at Unitherm that he shared the concept of using infrared technology for preheating.

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Industries and companies earn a lot through licensing and assigning patents. The companies not only use these assets for licensing but also use those assets for loan security and sanction. The patent provides a monopoly over an invention to the inventor. Well-established companies generally take this approach.

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IIPRD

APRIL 2, 2024

[iv] The outcome of these negotiations therefore can significantly impact the return on investment (ROI) for pharmaceutical companies, potentially influencing their willingness to invest in future drug development. v] This, in turn, can lead to significant price hikes for essential medicines. 6, 2024). [ii] 7, 2024).

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Larson & Larson

AUGUST 16, 2023

For inventors and companies seeking patent protection, the patent application process can be long and arduous. The PTAB is an administrative law body within the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) that reviews adverse decisions of examiners. Patent applications are often rejected by a patent examiner.

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Patently-O

MAY 26, 2022

Congress has declared that the committee should individuals representing both small and large entities, including at least independent inventor. My four issues for this year: Outreach and cultivate the US as a flourishing innovative society rather than one that relies upon others to provide answers. . ” Dir.

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IIPRD

MARCH 4, 2024

Introduction Intellectual Property Rights is a right which is connected with the person or the company’s intangible property. When that right is used without consent or used for causing loss to an individual or the company. The brand image is created of the company. Like, goodwill.

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U.S. Department of Commerce

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Do you want to learn about valuable tools available to inventors and entrepreneurs? Speakers include: Maria Artunduaga, Founder and CEO of Samay Health, a company focused on fighting chronic respiratory diseases. Lawrence Chavez, Founder and CEO of Everyday Contacts, a company bringing a new contact lens to market.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 16, 2021

Late last month, South Africa's Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) became the first Patent Office in the world to award a patent that names an artificial intelligence as the inventor of a product. a machine/device) to be named as the inventor in a patent application. Does "him" connote natural person solely?]

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U.S. Department of Commerce

APRIL 25, 2023

We have some exciting events planned this week — both in-person and virtual — to uplift the women inventors, creators, and entrepreneurs who do ground-breaking work every day. Getting everyone off the bench to fully participate in innovation is not only a national imperative, but an international one. All are welcome!

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Kashishipr

MAY 25, 2022

Before we delve into understanding the concept of Patent Search , let us first make ourselves familiar with the definition of a patent. A patent refers to an exclusive right granted by the patent authority of a nation to the inventor or applicant of a unique invention. 5) Evidence of Use Search. Types of Patent Search.

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