Nominations sought for highest technological award
National Medal of Technology and Innovation honors contributions to America’s economic, environmental, and social well-being.
Revised guidance for determining subject matter eligibility
Guidance aims to improve patent clarity, consistency, and predictability.
USPTO operating status
Although parts of the federal government have experienced a lapse in appropriations, the USPTO remains open for business as normal until further notice.
Login changes for EFS-Web and PAIR
Users now have a safer and simpler login process using a USPTO.gov account.
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- Director Andrei Iancu
Speech at the American Enterprise Institute