USPTO Hour - Central Reexamination Unit
Published on: March 9, 2026 12:39
See a recording of our February 18 USPTO Hour, featuring an overview of the Central Reexamination Unit (CRU), which examines ex parte reexaminations, supplemental examinations, and reissue applications in all technologies except designs. Topics included CRU statistics, recent updates and initiatives, and best practices for CRU.
Speakers include:
- Charles Kim, Deputy Commissioner for Patents
- Fenn C. Mathew, Acting Director, Central Reexamination Unit
- Stephen J. Stein, Management Quality Assurance Specialist, Central Reexamination Unit
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