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What are the content requirements for a terminal disclaimer under 37 CFR 1.321(d) to overcome a double patenting rejection based on a joint research agreement? FAQ
After the applicant disqualifies a reference based on a joint research agreement, can the patent examiner make the next Office action final if it contains a subsequent new double patenting rejection based upon the disqualified prior art? FAQ
What amendments are required to the specification in order to seek disqualification of a prior art reference based on a joint research agreement? FAQ
Who can sign the statement required by the CREATE Act to disqualify a reference due to a joint research agreement? FAQ
What are the requirements for the statement pursuant to 35 U.S.C. 103(c)(2) to disqualify a reference based on a joint research agreement? FAQ
Must the subject matter that is sought to be disqualified under 35 U.S.C. 103(c) be made by or on behalf of the parties to the joint research agreement? FAQ
Must the subject matter that is sought to be disqualified under 35 U.S.C. 103(c) be made on or after the execution of the joint research agreement or within the scope of the joint research agreement? FAQ
What type of prior art can be disqualified in view of a joint research agreement? FAQ
What is a joint research agreement (JRA)? FAQ
What is the effective date of the amendment to 35 U.S.C. 103(c) by the Cooperative Research and Technology Enhancement Act of 2004 (CREATE Act)? FAQ