USPTO events for the weeks of November 11-22

Published on: 11/12/2024 9:56 AM

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USPTO Events

This week

November 12

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 7: Keeping your registration alive 2 p.m. ET
This module of our eight-part virtual series will focus on what happens after registration, including mandatory filings to keep your registration alive.

November 13

Learn about mechanical disciplines at the Technology Centers 3600 and 3700 Customer Partnership Meeting 8:30 a.m. ET
Join us to learn about mechanical disciplines and perspectives from USPTO patent examiners and practitioners.

Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Learn more about the USPTO patent examiner position, our tremendous benefits, and why employees love to work here.

November 14

Join us for Noche de Ciencias (Night of Science) 2024 5:30 p.m. ET
Students and families can explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) at this in-person event in Alexandria, Virginia. Participants can check out exhibits, engage with hands-on activities, and learn about STEM concepts and careers. 

November 15

Name, Image, Likeness for student-athletes 9 a.m. PT
Are you interested in leveraging your image and influence to monetize your personal brand? This dynamic program offers invaluable insights and tools to transform your passion into profit.

Federal trademark searching: Overview 3 p.m. ET
Learn the fundamental mechanics of searching using the trademark search tool, including why you should search, basic search strategy, and where to find help.


Next week

November 19

Grand opening of Mississippi State University’s Patent and Trademark Resource Center
9 a.m. CT
Participate in intellectual property (IP) workshops, network with entrepreneurs, and learn about the vital role of IP in fueling creativity.

Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 8: Question-and-answer panel 2 p.m. ET
In the final module of this series, we'll provide a unique opportunity for you to “meet the trademark experts” and ask all your trademark questions.

November 20

Learn patent and trademark basics in person 11 a.m. ET
Join us for a free intellectual property basics seminar at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, New York. 

Virtual office hour with USPTO patent examiners noon ET
Learn more about the USPTO patent examiner position, our tremendous benefits, and why employees love to work here.

November 21

Attend DOCX filing training 1 p.m. ET
This event is a must for patent applicants learning to file and retrieve their documents in DOCX format. We will provide information, conduct a demo, and answer any questions.

Women's Entrepreneurship: Navigating the small business innovation research journey
1 p.m. ET
Learn more about the role of women who drive technological advancements and innovation within the Small Business Innovation Research ecosystem.

The Path to a Patent, Part VI: Pursuing patent protection abroad 2 p.m. ET
USPTO experts will discuss considerations and options for filing foreign patent applications and provide an overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty. 

November 22

Trademark Public Advisory Committee quarterly meeting 11 a.m. ET
Hear the latest news about trademark policies, goals, performance, budget, and user fees from USPTO leadership.

Federal trademark filing: Overview 3 p.m. ET
This webinar will introduce you to our new filing system in Trademark Center.


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