Published on: 03/08/2023 9:31 AM
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In 1894, U.S. Representative George Washington Murray read a list of African American patent holders into the Congressional Record. Murray himself was on the list, which was compiled by patent examiner and civil rights activist Henry Baker. Their lives, connected by the list, tell a story of public service, activism through invention, and how innovative minds can build a better and more just world. |
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Found on Baker’s listOn August 10, 1894, U.S. Representative George Washington Murray, an inventor himself, read a list of 92 inventions patented by African Americans on the floor of the House of Representatives. Ranging from improvements for steam engines to dough kneaders, from telephone transmitters to game tables, this list of inventions reflected the needs of a society that was industrializing and commercializing at a rapid rate. Each entry also represented the story of an inventor who overcame obstacles, received a patent, and, in some cases, saw their invention commercialized and put to use. Read the full story |
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Deputy Director Brent spoke with small businesses and entrepreneurs at CES 2023 to hear their stories and share how USPTO resources can assist them in protecting their intellectual property (IP). (Photo by Jeff Isaacs/USPTO) |
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Connecting entrepreneurs with government resources at CESIn early January, I attended CES for the first time ever. As a fan of gadgets, technology, and innovation, the experience was amazing. It was a chance to see today and a chance to see tomorrow. To paraphrase the song, the future’s so bright, I gotta wear AR shades! Continue reading
Beyond Baker’s list: Black innovation then and nowThanks to Henry Baker’s tireless research, we have at our fingertips a vast repository of Black innovation throughout early U.S. history. Keep reading to learn how the inventors on Baker’s List have been changing the world for generations as creators, disruptors, and trailblazers in their respective industries, and how Black excellence in invention continues today. Continue reading |
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The National Medal of Technology and Innovation nomination period is now open. Applicants must submit all nominations by 11:59 p.m. ET on May 26. Nominations of candidates from traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged. |
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Nomination period opens for prestigious National Medal of Technology and InnovationThe United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is seeking nominations for the 2023 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 at a White House ceremony. Read more here
NOAA, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office create work-sharing program to advance green technologyThe Department of Commerce’s U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) today announced a collaboration to promote and advance further innovation in the climate and “green” technology areas, a key focus of the Biden administration. Read more here
USPTO ushers in new era with introduction of electronic patent grantsBeginning April 18, 2023, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is shifting towards issuing paper waste-reducing electronic patent grants (eGrants) to patent recipients—a new process that delivers the official copy of patent grants in an electronic format. We will provide a bound paper version as a ceremonial copy throughout a limited transition period, and then for a nominal fee thereafter. Read more here
Find all upcoming and past events at https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events. |
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The Super Bowl’s halftime show featured the extraordinary Rihanna – no, not Rihanna in Rhode Island … or Utah … or Kansas. There are hundreds of Rihannas in the United States, but there’s only one Grammy-winning, Super Bowl-headlining, trademark-protected Rihanna. |
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Twenty Girl Scouts from Brownie Troop 77212 in Shelby Township, Michigan recently joined James Wilson and Marilyn Nash from the USPTO’s Midwest Regional Office to learn about patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. View original post on Instagram |
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Young inventors, you inspire us. We’re launching EquIP HQ, a digital resource to help students learn about intellectual property so they can continue innovating and changing the world. View original post on Twitter |
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In 1889, William Richardson received a patent for a “child’s carriage,” now known as a stroller. His invention made it easier for a baby’s caregiver to maneuver the stroller. View original post on Facebook |
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Thank you to all who joined us for today’s WE Wednesday program in Phoenix, especially our fantastic speakers. “We know that with these stories come hard-earned wisdom, practical advice, and powerful networking opportunities,” said Director Vidal. View original post on LinkedIn |
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