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A look back at the highlights of February 2022 |
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With over 100 patents, Lanny Smoot turns the imaginary into reality. |
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As if by magic
Lifelong inventor Lanny Smoot holds over 100 patents in multiple fields. Initially an engineer at Bell Laboratories, his early inventions focused on telephonic and fiber optic communication. As a current Disney Research Fellow and Imagineer, Smoot not only uses his creative talent to bring holodecks and lightsabers to life, but also many other fascinating ideas.
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“This new platform represents a significant step forward in our broader efforts to meet stakeholders where they are, especially in the pandemic,” said Drew Hirshfeld, Performing the Functions and Duties of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO. |
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USPTO launches new Patent Public Search tool and webpage
WASHINGTON – The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) today announced a new Patent Public Search tool that provides more convenient, remote, and robust full-text searching of all U.S. patents and published patent applications. Based on the advanced Patents End-to-End (PE2E) search tool USPTO examiners use to identify prior art, this free, cloud-based platform combines the capabilities of four existing search tools scheduled to be retired in September 2022: Public-Examiner’s Automated Search Tool (PubEAST), Public-Web-based Examiner’s Search Tool (PubWEST), Patent Full-Text and Image Database (PatFT), and Patent Application Full-Text and Image Database (AppFT).
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USPTO seeks nominations for prestigious National Medal of Technology and Innovation
WASHINGTON – The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) seeks nominations for the 2022 National Medal of Technology and Innovation (NMTI). The NMTI is the nation’s highest honor for technological achievement and is presented to recipients by the President of the United States. “The recipients of this medal are America’s top innovators, who have changed our world for the better. They are the heroes whose ingenuity and persistence have benefited our society in ways we may not even realize. We hope their successes and stories inspire future generations to pursue inventive and innovative careers and advance American competitiveness on the global stage,” said Drew Hirshfeld, Performing the Functions and Duties of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO.
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New USPTO study finds no one company dominating 5G
WASHINGTON – A new report published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), “Patenting Activity among 5G Technology Developers,” concludes that there is global competition in 5G innovation, with no one company dominating the field. “5G and later-generation wireless communications technologies will touch every aspect of the lives of U.S. workers and businesses and help close the digital divide,” said United States Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. “The Department of Commerce fully supports investments and American leadership in advanced wireless research, including 5G technologies.”
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Find all news and updates at https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/news-updates.
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The design for the National Medal of Technology and Innovation is the work of medalist and sculptor Mico Kaufman of North Tewksbury, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jay Premack/USPTO) |
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Nominate an inventor for the National Medal of Technology and Innovation
We live in a world shaped by innovation. From lasers, to smartphones, wireless networks, 3D printing, prosthetics, vaccines, and so much more—our lives are improved, and in some cases saved, by the efforts of scientists and inventors from across our great nation. These intrepid innovators inspire us all. They challenge us to dream and to dare, to explore the far corners of our solar system or the genetic code of human beings, to pursue a degree or a career we may not have previously considered. They remind us that everyone has within them the potential to change this world for the better. They are role models and leaders in the march of human progress, worthy of commendation for their ingenuity and global impact.
By Drew Hirshfeld, Performing the Functions and Duties of the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the USPTO | Continue reading
2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs
Take this opportunity to hear from top innovators about keys to entrepreneurial success during part one of our 2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program! Recordings of the 2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship programs will soon be available on their respective pages of the USPTO website.
 2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship program, part one: Defining tomorrow
 2022 Black Innovation and Entrepreneurship program, part two: Invest in ideas
PatentsView updates
The latest update to the PatentsView database is now available! The data on granted patents now goes through September 30, 2021. PatentsView is a patent data visualization and analysis platform that increases the value, utility, and transparency of U.S. patent data. The initiative is supported by the Office of the Chief Economist in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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A lawyer, assistant patent examiner, and civil rights activist, Henry E. Baker compiled the first list of African American patent owners more than 130 years ago. |
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A biomedical engineer, patent-holding inventor, and author of the children’s book series “Abby Invents,” Arlyne Simon is looking to change the narrative about who becomes an inventor in America.
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In 1790, President George Washington signed the first U.S. patent, issued to inventor Samuel Hopkins, for improvements in “the making of pot ash and pearl ash.”
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What do Dr Dre, Eminem, Kendrick Lamar, Mary J. Blige, and Snoop Dogg have in common? They protect their brands with registered trademarks! Oh, and the Super Bowl® halftime show, of course.
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“The Deferred Subject Matter Eligibility Program…lets certain patent applicants hold off on time-consuming answers to questions early in the patent process.” Tom Temin at Federal News Network spoke with Bob Bahr at the USPTO about our new pilot program.
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