This Week
October 24
Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process 9 a.m. ET
Get a head start with this free, virtual three-day workshop that focuses on helping participants learn the fundamentals of the patent application process. The workshop continues on October 25 and 26.
A day in the life of a USPTO patent examiner noon ET
By attending this event, you will learn more about the USPTO and the patent examiner position, meet with the USPTO team, and hear about our tremendous benefits and why employees love to work here.
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center 2 p.m. ET
Each session includes a demo on the features of Patent Center.
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 4: Application requirements 2 p.m. ET
This event is a must for any small business or new entrepreneur learning to navigate trademarks for the first time. In this module, we’ll focus on the requirements for an initial trademark application.
Expanding your market: Copyright protection - RESCHEDULED 3 p.m. ET
During this training, you will learn the best approach for protecting and enforcing your copyrights in the Mexican market, whether you are new to or currently selling in this market.
October 26
PTAB Inventor Hour - Episode 23 noon ET
During this webinar, you'll learn what a day in the life of a patent examiner is like and get insight into the new First-Time Filer Expedited Examination Pilot Program.
The Path to a Patent, Part III: Patent searching 2 p.m. ET
USPTO experts will discuss preliminary searching using the suggested seven-step strategy, and more.
Getting started with Patent Public Search 2 p.m. ET
Librarians from the Patent and Trademark Resource Center Program, who are experienced with educating users on USPTO search tools, will show you how to use the new Patent Public Search tool.
October 27
2024 National Patent Application Drafting Competition overview webinar noon and 4 p.m. ET
The USPTO invites law students studying patent law to participate in the 2024 National Patent Application Drafting Competition. During this webinar, you will learn the rules of the competition, how to register, and more.
Next week
October 30
Strategies for protecting and enforcing intellectual property regarding China: What Green Bay and Wisconsin businesses need to know 8:30 a.m. CT
Join us for this free, one-day in-person program where experts from the U.S. Government, IP attorneys, and local business people will share insights on how U.S. rights holders can protect and enforce their IP in China and the United States.
October 31
Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 5: Application filing walk-through 2 p.m. ET
In this fifth module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we’ll focus on the USPTO’s Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS), including a live demonstration of a trademark filing.
Empowering Innovations: Celebrating Hispanic pioneers in education and invention 6 p.m. ET
Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office's Office of Education for an illuminating Fireside Chat on innovation from the Hispanic community.
November 1
K-12 education office hours 3 p.m. ET
The USPTO's Office of Education hosts monthly virtual office hours, where educators and learners may ask questions regarding intellectual property and USPTO resources, and explore ideas for integrating intellectual property concepts into various subject matter.
November 2
One-day patents boot camp 9 a.m. CT
This is an in-person, single-day workshop for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and inventors in communities with limited or no internet access who are interested in understanding the patent application process.
Intellectual Property Basics and Helpful Resources noon ET
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product.
Learn how to make a smooth transition to Patent Center 1 p.m. ET
Each session includes a demo on the features of Patent Center.
The Path to a Patent, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application 2 p.m. ET
In part four of this eight-part recurring series, USPTO experts will discuss the formalities and requirements of drafting a patent application, as well as how to avoid common mistakes.
November 3
One-day trademarks boot camp 9 a.m. CT
This is an in-person, single-day workshop for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and start-ups in communities with limited or no internet access, covering what they should know about trademarks.
Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting 11 a.m. ET
Attend the next quarterly meeting of the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s Trademark Public Advisory Committee to learn more about trademark-related policies, goals, performance, budgets, and user fees.
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