Mardi Gras is synonymous with beads. But they normally end up in waterways. Researchers are solving the issue with biodegradable beads.
Patent Round-up, January 2020
January 2020 at the USPTO began with a flurry of activity. With nearly 24,000 patent applications granted, the IP world is off to an inventive and innovative start. Check out …
How Popular Inventions Came to Life: Christmas Lights
The holidays are upon us, and that means breaking out the lights, wrapping gifts and addressing greeting cards to friends and family. When you take a step back, you’ll realize …
Patent Infringement News: Netlist and SK Hynix
The latest in patent news A recent decision from the International Trade Commission (“ITC”) has ruled in favor of Netlist, and issued a Notice of Initial Determination (“ID”) in its …
The History of Halloween Costumes, from Protective to Protected
Carving pumpkins decorate front stoops, leaves crunch on sidewalks, grocery store aisles have been brimming with candy for months now. Halloween is upon us! Soon, for one night of treats, …
Update: Proposed Section 101 Language Under Review
Perhaps the most fundamental question in the patenting process is whether the subject matter is patentable, a key statutory requirement for patent approval. 35 U.S.C. § 101-Inventions Patentable of the …
Celebrating the Importance of American Inventors this July 4th
Do you know, as inventors, how important you have always been to the American way of life? Inventiveness and ingenuity spin an indelible thread in the fabric of America. Our …
Your Patent Primer: 5 Basic Questions & Answers About Protecting Ideas
Welcome to the Patent Primer. The kids have closed their books for the summer, but your industrious mind is working on an innovation. If you have an idea for a …
Hot Innovations for Summer Safety
Summer! Finally – you’re either in the big defrost or kicking into higher heat. And it’s time to relax and enjoy the warmer weather. But summer can bring challenges, too. …
What is Your Patent Worth?
By William Fowlkes, IP.com, Vice President, Analytics and Workflow Solutions “How do you determine what a patent is worth?” This is a common question among patent owners and is not easy to …