Are you working on your Ph.D. or senior design project? Are you developing new technology in your lab or launching a startup? Understanding patents and trademarks is crucial for protecting your inventions and ideas. The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) offers an extensive range of resources, including step-by-step guides on filing patents and tips on trademark registration. The library’s guide will help you explore resources on the invention process, patent and trademark searching, and intellectual property.

• Patent and Trademark Web Resources