Part 2:
Learn the fundamentals of patent searching using the United States Patent and Trademark Office web site and other free web sites. In particular, the types of patent searches, and searching by classification, text and citations will be reviewed. Attendees will also learn the requirements for patentability, including patentable subject matter, utility, novelty and non-obviousness. Finally, formalities associated with U.S. application filing including the duty of disclosure, the information disclosure statement, the oath/declaration and the assignment will be reviewed.