Introduction to the Patent Cooperation Treaty

Issued by:

WIPO

Date Achieved:

November 2024

Skills Acquired

  • Understanding the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
  • International Patent Filing System
  • PCT Application Process
  • WIPO Electronic Services
  • International Search & Examination Procedures
  • National Phase Entry & Special Procedures

What I Learned

  • Gained an introduction and general overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and its role in facilitating global patent protection.
  • Learned how to prepare, file, and manage PCT applications, including electronic services and legal documentation.
  • Understood the International Search Report (ISR) and Written Opinion process conducted by the International Searching Authority (ISA).
  • Studied International Preliminary Examination and its impact on patent applications.
  • Explored national phase entry requirements and special procedures, such as those related to biotechnology inventions.
  • Reviewed third-party access to PCT application files and future outlooks on the global patent system.

Irsa Shapouri

Python Developer