Introduction to the Patent Cooperation Treaty

Issued by:
WIPO
Date Achieved:
November 2024
Skills Acquired
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Understanding the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
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International Patent Filing System
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PCT Application Process
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WIPO Electronic Services
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International Search & Examination Procedures
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National Phase Entry & Special Procedures
What I Learned
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Gained an introduction and general overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and its role in facilitating global patent protection.
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Learned how to prepare, file, and manage PCT applications, including electronic services and legal documentation.
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Understood the International Search Report (ISR) and Written Opinion process conducted by the International Searching Authority (ISA).
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Studied International Preliminary Examination and its impact on patent applications.
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Explored national phase entry requirements and special procedures, such as those related to biotechnology inventions.
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Reviewed third-party access to PCT application files and future outlooks on the global patent system.