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SUMMARY:September 2024 AT Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Register\n\n\n\n\n  \nThe AT Fundamentals Course helps candidates review and refresh their Assistive Technology knowledge. This course may help identify areas participants need to study for the ATP exam\, but is not an ATP exam prep course. This course will be an online\, instructor-led course\, designed as a convenient\, cost-efficient\, and effective way for busy AT professionals to participate. \n\n\n\nRegistration Fees\n\n\nRESNA Member\n$675\n\n\nNon-RESNA Member\n$850\n\n\n\nThe registration fee includes a digital copy of “Fundamentals in Assistive Technology\, 4th Edition”. Access to the textbook will be provided to you via email. If you wish to purchase a print version of the supplemental textbook\, you may do so for an additional charge later on in this registration. \n\n\n\nSession Dates\nTime\n\n\nMonday\, September 9\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\nWednesday\, September 11\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\nMonday\, September 16\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\nWednesday\, September 18\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\nMonday\, September 23\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\nWednesday\, September 25\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\nMonday\, September 30\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\nWednesday\, October 2\, 2024\n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM ET\n\n\n\nCourse features: \n\nTaught by an authorized RESNA instructor and current ATP\nCollaboration with classmates\nReal-world learning activities and scenarios\nAccess to one (1) free online ATP practice exam with purchase of the course\nDigital copy of textbook\, “Fundamentals in Assistive Technology\, 4th Edition”\n\nCancelation Policy:All cancelations must be submitted in writing to  info@resna.org. Cancelations received by Monday\, September 2\, 2024 will receive a 100% refund. Cancelations received after Monday\, September 2\, 2024 will receive a 50% refund. Cancelations received after Wednesday\, September 4\, 2024 will not be eligible for a refund. \nTransferring Course Registration: You may transfer your registration to one of the other three 2024 AT Fundamentals courses if your request is sent more than one business day prior to the start of the September 2024 course. We are unfortunately unable to accommodate transferring of Fundamentals registrations from one calendar year to another. Please contact the RESNA Business Office at info@resna.org for assistance. \nAll course transfers must be submitted in writing to info@resna.org. \nFor questions regarding the course\, transferring your registration\, and/or certification\, please contact info@resna.org. \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\nSeptember 09 2024 07:00 PM – October 02 2024 07:00 PM\nEastern Standard Time\n\n\n\n\n\nLOCATION\nZoom via RESNA Learn\n\n\n\n\nEvent Tasks\n\n\nView Discussion Board \nDownload iCalendar File\n\n\nLinks
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/september-2024-at-fundamentals/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Course,Online Course
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SUMMARY:Public Engagement Partnership Meeting: Challenging a patent before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board
DESCRIPTION:Attend our third Public Engagement Partnership meeting virtually on September 4\, noon to 1 p.m. ET to get an overview of the process to challenge a patent before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). \nPatient advocacy groups\, public interest-focused nonprofits\, academics\, and all members of the public who want to learn how to challenge a patent before the USPTO are invited to join us. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nThe petition process\, the policy behind the America Invents Act’s (AIA) creation of these proceedings\, and PTAB’s procedures for conducting the proceedings\nA case study showing a challenge to a pharmaceutical patent’s claims\nStatistics on the use of these proceedings to challenge Orange Book-listed and biologics patents  \n\nThis event is free and open to all. Register today to attend virtually. \nRegister today \nContact us\nFor more information\, or if you have any questions or comments\, please email us at PublicEngagementPartnership@uspto.gov. \nIf you want to learn more about the Public Engagement Partnership\, you can read the Federal Register Notice of Meetings.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/public-engagement-partnership-meeting-challenging-a-patent-before-the-patent-trial-and-appeal-board/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:FDA | NIH: Regulatory Do’s and Don’ts: Tips from the FDA
DESCRIPTION:Virtual\n September 04\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar aims to educate early-stage companies (small businesses) new to the regulatory landscape at the FDA. This activity is intended to provide an overview of resources and programs that FDA has developed across CBER\, CDER\, and CDRH that can help academic life-science accelerators and early-stage\, oncology-related companies develop new anticancer-therapeutics\, devices\, and diagnostics. The target audience is entrepreneurs new to the FDA regulatory world who could benefit from support in better understanding when to contact the agency during preclinical development. There will also be a Q&A sessions. \nINTENDED AUDIENCE \n\nAcademic spin-off and early-stage companies (small businesses) developing therapies\, devices\, diagnostics\, and digital health technologies.\nResearchers developing new anti-cancer drugs.\nHealthcare professionals developing new anti-cancer drugs.\n\nTOPICS \n\nRegulatory resources and early engagement programs available at FDA Center (CBER\, CDER\, and CDRH)\nChemistry\, Manufacturing\, and Controls (CMC)\, non-clinical\, and clinical guidance documents for early product development.\nEarly-stage\n\nsmall molecule drug and biologic anticancer-drug development.\ncell and gene therapy anticancer-drug development.\nanticancer-device and diagnostic development.\n\n\nQ&A session with FDA regulators\n\n\nTime: 11:00AM EDT – 3:00PM EDT\n\nRegister today!
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/fda-nih-regulatory-dos-and-donts-tips-from-the-fda/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Federal trademark filing: Overview
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business owner preparing to file an application to federally register your trademark? Or are you an experienced trademark attorney or paralegal interested in learning a new way of filing? \nJoin our federal trademark filing webinar to learn the fundamentals of our new filing system in Trademark Center. \nThe webinar will include: \n\nTrademark Center basics\nPre-filing checklist\nA filing demonstration\nWhere to find help\n\nThis information will be presented live via Zoom from 3-4 p.m. ET on Friday\, August 30\, and will conclude with a question-and-answer session.   \nRegister today \n  \nFor more information\, contact TMWebinar@uspto.gov.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/federal-trademark-filing-overview-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Don't roll the dice on IP: Protecting creativity in the tabletop world
DESCRIPTION:Join the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for an engaging virtual talk exploring intellectual property (IP) in the world of tabletop games. We will delve into the rich history and contemporary challenges of protecting creative ideas in this vibrant industry. \nFeaturing insights from USPTO historian Rebekah Oakes and tabletop industry experts\, this event will cover fascinating topics such as navigating IP for existing games\, and key lessons for protecting your tabletop IP. \nWhether you’re a game designer\, legal professional\, or avid enthusiast\, this discussion will provide valuable perspectives on safeguarding innovation and creativity in tabletop gaming. \n Register today \nSpeakers: \n\nRebekah Oakes\, USPTO Historian\nJustin Jacobson\, Head of Restoration Games\nBrian Chellgren\, IP Attorney\n\nTo learn more about this event or if you have any questions\, please contact EasternRegionalOutreachOffice@uspto.gov.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/dont-roll-the-dice-on-ip-protecting-creativity-in-the-tabletop-world/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Solving Systemic Problems Through Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:August 29 @ 11:45 am – September 12 @ 1:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact: \nQuestions? Contact crea@cornell.edu. \nAccessibility: \nPlease contact crea@cornell.edu at least one week prior to the event with any accessibility needs. \nAgreement: \nBy registering for this event\, you acknowledge and agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. \nTell us what you think: \nWe welcome thoughts and feedback anytime. If you have a comment now or would like to share feedback after the event\, share it here. \nWatch Online: \nTo log in to the live event on event day\, click the “Access the event” button to the right. (Note: You must be registered to access the event.)
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/solving-systemic-problems-through-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240827T130000
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SUMMARY:Kickstart your federal career: Interviewing techniques
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to ace your next job interview! Join the USPTO on Tuesday\, August 27\, 1-2 p.m. ET for an informational webinar to gain insights on having a successful interview. \nBy attending this event\, you’ll hear from one of our Office of Human Resources team members and learn: \n\nHow to prepare for an interview\nEffective interviewing techniques\nBest practices for on-demand video interviewing\n\nRegister today \nWe hope to see you there! For more information\, contact recruitment@uspto.gov. \nBrowse current vacancies at USPTO via USAJOBS.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/kickstart-your-federal-career-interviewing-techniques/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240823T150000
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SUMMARY:Federal trademark searching: Overview
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce you to the fundamental mechanics of using our trademark search system. It’s geared toward new users and those interested in conducting basic searches. We’ll cover: \n\nWhy you should search\nBasic search strategy\nCommon searches\nFinding help\n\nThis information will be presented live via Webex from 3-4 p.m. ET on Friday\, August 23\, and will conclude with a question-and-answer session. \nRegister today \nFor more information\, contact TMWebinar@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/federal-trademark-searching-overview-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240822T150000
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SUMMARY:Reuse CoP – Non-Typical AT and DME
DESCRIPTION:The AT3 Center is committed to providing access\, equal opportunity and\, reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment\, its services\, programs\, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation\, contact Jamie Anderson at jamie.anderson@ataporg.org 10 days prior to an AT3 event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nReuse CoP – Non-Typical AT and DME\n\nAugust 22 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\n\n\n\nThis Community of Practice focuses on practices and problem solving in device repair\, redistribution\, recycling (both reassignment and open-ended loan)\, and device exchange by developing resources and addressing reuse policy issues. \nSubject: Reuse of Non-Typical AT and DME\nParticipants: This CoP is open to all AT Act Program staff and subcontractors interested in Reuse Activities.\nTime/Location: 3:00 PM Eastern Time / Zoom\nContact: Marty.Exline@ataporg.org \nZoom Registration Required \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\nDate:\nAugust 22 \nTime:\n\n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\nEvent Categories:\nCommunities of Practice\, Reuse\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\nMarty Exline\nEmail\nmarty.exline@ataporg.org
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/reuse-cop-non-typical-at-and-dme/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Path to a Patent\, Part VI: Learn how to protect your IP abroad
DESCRIPTION:​Did you know that patents offer territorial rights\, meaning that there is no such thing as an international or global patent? Learn how to help protect your intellectual property (IP) in foreign jurisdictions. \nIn part six of this eight-part recurring series\, International Patent Legal Administration experts will discuss considerations and options for filing foreign patent applications. The discussion will include an overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) and the use of the Paris Convention for non-PCT countries. \nRegister today \nFor more information\, please email SiliconValley@uspto.gov or RockyMountain@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header\n\nContinuing Legal Education (CLE)\n\n\n\nApproved for CLE credit in\n\nCalifornia
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/the-path-to-a-patent-part-vi-learn-how-to-protect-your-ip-abroad-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Attend DOCX filing training
DESCRIPTION:Join us online August 22\, 2-3 p.m. ET to learn how to file patent-related documents in DOCX format using Patent Center. You will hear from experts on our eCommerce Modernization (eMod) team\, who will provide demonstrations and answer your questions. \nThis session is one of several free training sessions found on the DOCX filing series page. \nInstructions for joining the Webex training session will be provided via email to each registrant. \nDOCX is a word processing file format based on open standards and is supported by many popular word processing applications. As an open standard format\, DOCX offers a safe and stable basis for authoring and processing intellectual property documents. Learn more about filing in DOCX in this hour-long session. \nWe encourage you to explore DOCX filing using the Patent Center training mode at any time. Training mode does not save or store data in our systems. \n\nRegister today \nFor more information\, please email eMod@uspto.gov. To provide feedback\, please visit the eMod IdeaScale. \n\n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/attend-docx-filing-training/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Secret Sauce for Inclusive Dining: How Accessibility Drives Loyalty
DESCRIPTION:Presented on August 21\, 2024 at 12pm ET\n \n \nPresenters: Traci Murray\, Director of Business Development at Vispero\, David Swallow\, Principal UX Consultant\, Rick Smith\, Director of Business Development at ELO\, & Marshall Law\, Co-Founder and Business Development at Rivalry Tech \nCustomer loyalty is crucial for any organization\, including the restaurant industry. How a restaurant treats customers with disabilities can significantly affect that loyalty and impact their business. \nThe challenges people with disabilities experience when restaurants and eateries do not put their needs first are more common than you may think. Is your company doing all it can? Do your digital assets like menus\, self-service kiosks\, laptops\, and mobile devices have the abilities of all users in mind? \nLearn from accessibility experts at Vispero\, TPGi\, Rivalry Tech and Elo as they navigate through their data and case study details to share how you can increase customer loyalty and create the most inclusive dining experiences. \nUnable to register?\nIf you are using Internet Explorer and have cookies disabled (either via privacy mode or decline cookies on the website)\, you may not be able to register through this form. \nIf you are still unable to register\, please email ida@tpgi.com with your name and contact information. Ida will arrange the registration on your behalf.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/the-secret-sauce-for-inclusive-dining-how-accessibility-drives-loyalty-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Federal trademark filing: Overview
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business owner preparing to file an application to federally register your trademark? Or are you an experienced trademark attorney or paralegal interested in learning a new way of filing? \nJoin our federal trademark filing webinar to learn the fundamentals of our new filing system in Trademark Center. \nThe webinar will include: \n\nTrademark Center basics\nPre-filing checklist\nA filing demonstration\nWhere to find help\n\nThis information will be presented live via Zoom from 3-4 p.m. ET on Friday\, August 16\, and will conclude with a question-and-answer session.   \nRegister today \n  \nFor more information\, contact TMWebinar@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/federal-trademark-filing-overview/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240816T113000
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SUMMARY:Invention-Con 2024: Expanding your intellectual property potential – Day one
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to grow your intellectual property (IP) knowledge and gain access to resources\, business experts\, and accomplished innovators? Then join us for the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) free\, flagship conference for inventors\, makers\, and entrepreneurs.  \nDon’t miss day one of Invention-Con 2024\, coming virtually and in person\, August 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET at the USPTO headquarters in Alexandria\, Virginia. Tailored for the independent inventor and entrepreneur community\, our marquee event brings inspiration and resources directly to you.  \n\nLearn how accomplished innovators\, inventors\, entrepreneurs\, and business owners use IP to achieve success\nDiscover resources available to assist at every stage of your journey \nConnect with experts who can help you develop a strategy for your innovation\, from idea to market \n\nRegister today to attend the first day of Invention-Con 2024 online or in person.  \nAttend online     Attend in person \nAlso\, don’t miss the second day of Invention-Con 2024\, happening in person only\, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Join us for a USPTO headquarters open house and resource fair. Talk with patent and trademark subject matter experts\, tour our Public Search Facility\, and learn more about free resources.  \nCome enjoy activities for all ages! The National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum will be open day two of Invention-Con. The museum inspires the next generation of innovators by connecting them through the story of invention with an interactive gallery of icons allowing them to discover how innovators have shaped the world around us.  The National Crime Prevention Council is also excited for another year of consumer education and partnership at Invention-Con hosting games and learning opportunities for children of all ages. The Lemelson Center and its Spark!Lab team\, a hands-on exploration center that provides opportunities for children and families to explore their inventive creativity\, are thrilled to join Invention-Con this year to lead children of all ages through a series of hands-on\, STEM-focused activities. Young inventors will have the opportunity to design an athletic shoe\, create a brand new game they would be interested in playing\, and more!
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/invention-con-2024-expanding-your-intellectual-property-potential-day-one/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Demo/Loan CoP – Policies and Practices
DESCRIPTION:The AT3 Center is committed to providing access\, equal opportunity and\, reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment\, its services\, programs\, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation\, contact Jamie Anderson at jamie.anderson@ataporg.org 10 days prior to an AT3 event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDemo/Loan CoP – Policies and Practices\n\nAugust 13 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nThis community of practice discusses topics related to device demonstration and short-term device loan. Topics include strategies for inventory management\, challenges with device maintenance and security\, new AT products and other relevant topics. \nSubject: Demo/Loan Policies and Practices\nParticipants: This CoP is open to all AT Act Program staff and subcontractors interested in device demonstration and short-term device loan activities.\nTime/Location: 3:00 PM Eastern Time / Zoom\nContact: Marty.Exline@ataporg.org \nZoom Registration Required \n\n\n\n\nAdd to calendar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\nDate:\nAugust 13 \nTime:\n\n3:00 pm – 4:00 pm\n\nEvent Categories:\nCommunities of Practice\, Device Demonstration/Loan\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\nMarty Exline\nEmail\nmarty.exline@ataporg.org
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/demo-loan-cop-policies-and-practices/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Federal trademark searching: Overview
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce you to the fundamental mechanics of using our trademark search system. It’s geared toward new users and those interested in conducting basic searches. We’ll cover: \n\nWhy you should search\nBasic search strategy\nCommon searches\nFinding help\n\nThis information will be presented live via Webex from 3-4 p.m. ET on Friday\, August 9\, and will conclude with a question-and-answer session. \nRegister today \nFor more information\, contact TMWebinar@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/federal-trademark-searching-overview-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Path to a Patent\, Part IV: Learn how to draft a patent application
DESCRIPTION:Understanding patent application drafting is a vital step in protecting your invention. In part four of this eight-part recurring series\, our experts will discuss the formalities and requirements of drafting a patent application\, as well as how to avoid common mistakes. \nTo gain the most from this workshop\, we suggest participants have an intermediate knowledge of the intellectual property (IP) system in general\, and patents specifically. We recommend that you take the previous course in the series\, Part I: IP basics\, prior to registering for this webinar. \nRegister today \nFor more information\, please email SiliconValley@uspto.gov or RockyMountain@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/the-path-to-a-patent-part-iv-learn-how-to-draft-a-patent-application/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Getting started with Patent Public Search
DESCRIPTION:Are you puzzled by patent searching or confused by the patent searching options available on the internet? Whether you are a novice searcher or an experienced one\, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is here to help. \nLibrarians from the Patent and Trademark Resource Center Program\, who are experienced with educating users on USPTO search tools\, will show you how to use the new Patent Public Search tool. The virtual webinar will be held on Thursday\, July 25\, from 2-3 p.m. ET. \nRegister today \nFor more information about this webinar\, please email PTRCP@uspto.gov. \nAccessibility\n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/getting-started-with-patent-public-search-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240724T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240724T170000
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SUMMARY:Choosing the Right Accelerator Program for your Startup
DESCRIPTION:Wed\, Jul 24 \nChoosing the Right Accelerator Program for your Startup\n\n\nHybrid \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\nDate \nWednesday\, Jul 24\, 2024 \n\n\nTime \n4:30pm \n\n\nStage \nPropel \n\n\nLocation \nOnline \n\n\nRSVP on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\nLearn tactics for deciding whether an accelerator is right for your team and how to maximize your experience. \nThere are many accelerator programs out there\, but how do you know which ones will benefit your startup most? In this session\, you’ll learn tactics for deciding whether an accelerator is right for your team\, choosing a program that fits\, and maximizing your experience. \nABOUT THE PRESENTER \nSam Wils is the director of accelerator at XRC Ventures\, where he oversees investments for the XRC’s pre-seed Accelerator Fund\, portfolio support\, and global mentorship program. A veteran of New York City’s startup ecosystem\, Sam previously managed entrepreneurial and venture capital programming for Columbia Business School\, where he launched the school’s first startup accelerator and managed the school’s $5M startup fund. Prior to Columbia\, Sam was the founder and CEO of WingaDoos\, an edtech startup focused on financial literacy for families. \nACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT \nThe Harvard Innovation Labs welcomes attendees of all abilities to our events\, both in person and online. \nRequests for American Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance\, if possible. Please note that the University will make every effort to secure services\, but that services are subject to availability. \nIf you would like to request accommodations or have questions about physical access\, please contact i-lab@harvard.edu in advance of the event. \nFUTURE COMMUNICATIONS \nPlease note: By registering\, you agree to receive emails about this event and future communications from the Harvard Innovation Labs.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/choosing-the-right-accelerator-program-for-your-startup/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Successful Inventing: Your elevator pitch and plan
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to the invention process? If so\, register today for the fifth event in the Successful Inventing series\, presented by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Licensing Executives Society – Silicon Valley Chapter. \nDuring the fifth session\, focused on your elevator pitch and plan\, we will address the following topics: \n\nWhat is your message? Short and to the point.\nWhat do companies expect to see from inventors?\nWhat companies to approach and why?\nWhat are the licensing odds for success?\n\nRegister today \nThe Successful Inventing series covers various aspects of the invention process. Each biweekly session is held virtually. Participants will hear experts discuss topics that include intellectual property\, product development\, licensing\, funding\, and more. \nA question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Please send your questions in advance or during the event to SiliconValley@uspto.gov. \nFor more information\, please email SiliconValley@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/successful-inventing-your-elevator-pitch-and-plan/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Path to a Patent\, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications
DESCRIPTION:The Path to a Patent\, Part II: Drafting provisional patent applications\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn part two of this eight-part recurring series\, our experts discuss key differences between provisional and nonprovisional patent applications\, filing requirements and fees\, the different ways to file a provisional application\, and more. \nRegister today \nFor more information\, please email SiliconValley@uspto.gov or RockyMountain@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/the-path-to-a-patent-part-ii-drafting-provisional-patent-applications/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Women Entrepreneurs: Leading women share their journeys to success
DESCRIPTION:Women Entrepreneurs: Leading women share their journeys to success\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage\n\n\n\n\nLearn from the pros at our next Women’s Entrepreneurship event on Wednesday\, July 17\, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. CT virtually or in person at Crosstown Concourse’s Community Room in Memphis\, Tennessee. You’ll hear leading women in business share key moments from their entrepreneurship journeys. They’ll also share resources to help you take the next step in your own innovation journey. \n\nDiscover avenues to commercialize and distribute your product\nExplore packaging and distribution options for your business\nLearn how entrepreneurs adapt their business models to fit the market\n\nIn person attendees\, join us for a post-event networking session with intellectual property and small business professionals from 6:30-7:30 p.m. CT. \nRegister today \nAgenda\n(Subject to change. All times CT) \n5:30-5:35 p.m. Program welcome and overview \n\nSean Wilkerson\, Innovation Outreach Specialist\, United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)\n\n5:35-6:20 p.m. WE bring experience\nHear a discussion with women from different entrepreneurial backgrounds as they share their experiences to help others take the next steps in their journey. They’ll also share the resources that helped them along the way. \n\nRhonda L. Brown\, Director for Real Estate and Economic Development\, Memphis Medical District Collaborative (MMDC)\nBetty (BJ) Chester-Tamayo\, Owner and Operator\, Alcenia’s Desserts & Preserves Shop\nMia Lopez\, CEO\, IO Group Inc.\nRobin Evans\, Deputy Commissioner for Patents\, USPTO (moderator)\n\n6:20-6:30 p.m. Wrap-up and resources \n\nSean Wilkerson\, Innovation Outreach Specialist\, USPTO\n\n6:30-7:30 p.m. Resources and networking session (in-person only) \nSpeaker biographies\n\nExpand all | Collapse all\n\nRhonda L. Brown\, Director for Real Estate and Economic Development\, Memphis Medical District Collaborative (MMDC)\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/women-entrepreneurs-leading-women-share-their-journeys-to-success/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:3D Printing Peer Action Learning Group
DESCRIPTION:3D Printing Peer Action Learning Group\n\n\nThe AT3 Center is committed to providing access\, equal opportunity and\, reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment\, its services\, programs\, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation\, contact Jamie Anderson at jamie.anderson@ataporg.org 10 days prior to an AT3 event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n3D Printing Peer Action Learning Group\n\nJuly 17 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 3D Printing Group is facilitated by TechOWL staff. Discussions focus on using 3D printing to support AT Act Program services. This group meets 6 times a year. \nParticipants: This meeting is open to all AT Act Program staff and subcontractors interested in 3D printing.\nTime/Location: 4:00 PM Eastern Time / Zoom Meeting\nContact: Marty.Exline@ataporg.org \nZoom Registration Required
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/3d-printing-peer-action-learning-group/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:Go To Market: Finding the Right Levers with Author Matt Lerner
DESCRIPTION:Wed\, Jul 17 \nGo To Market: Finding the Right Levers with Author Matt Lerner\n\n\nVirtual \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\nDate \nWednesday\, Jul 17\, 2024 \n\n\nTime \n1:00pm \n\n\nStage \nPropel \n\n\nLocation \nOnline \n\n\nRSVP on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\nDiscover the key levers to accelerate your startup\, based on Matt Lerner’s insightful book\, “Growth Levers and How to Find Them.” \nDiscover the key levers to accelerate your startup. Based on Matt Lerner’s insightful book\, “Growth Levers and How to Find Them\,” this session provides practical strategies and expert guidance to identify and leverage the most impactful growth opportunities for your venture. Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable knowledge and take your startup to the next level! \nABOUT THE PRESENTER \nMatt Lerner is a Silicon Valley veteran and best-selling author of the book\, “Growth Levers and How to Find Them.” Matt was part of the early growth team at PayPal and a partner with the VC fund 500 Startups. Since founding SYSTM\, Matt has worked with over 200 seed-stage startups to help them develop and execute their growth strategies. \nIf your plans change and you can no longer attend\, please cancel your registration to allow other students to attend. If you have any questions about the event\, please email i-lab@harvard.edu. \nACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT \nThe Harvard Innovation Labs welcomes attendees of all abilities to our events\, both in person and online. \nRequests for American Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance\, if possible. Please note that the University will make every effort to secure services\, but that services are subject to availability. \nIf you would like to request accommodations or have questions about physical access\, please contact i-lab@harvard.edu in advance of the event. \nFUTURE COMMUNICATIONS \nPlease note: By registering\, you agree to receive emails about this event and future communications from the Harvard Innovation Labs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRelated Events
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/go-to-market-finding-the-right-levers-with-author-matt-lerner/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:America's Seed Fund SBIR/STTR Road Tour - Great Lakes
DESCRIPTION:Great Lakes\n July 15-19\, 2024\n\n\n\n\n\nAttention life science innovators who are interested in NIH small business funding! America’s Seed Fund Road Tour is heading to the Southeast U.S. \nDon’t miss the opportunity to meet with Stephanie Fertig\, Director\, NIH Small Business Program\, and other small business program managers to learn how this early-stage non-dilutive funding can help you. \n\n\n\nCity/State\nVenue/Hosts\nDate\nTime\n\n\n\n\nEast Lansing\, MI\nBBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting\, Michigan Catalyst Advantage Network\nJuly 15\, 2024\n8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\n\n\nIndianapolis\, IN\nIndiana Economic Development Corporation\nJuly 16\, 2024\n8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\n\n\nUrbana-Champaign\, IL\nResearch Park at the University of Illinois\, EnterpriseWorks\nJuly 17\, 2024\n8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\n\n\nMadison\, WI\nCenter for Technology Commercialization\nJuly 18\, 2024\n8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.\n\n\nMinneapolis\, MN\nMNSBIR\, Inc.\nJuly 19\, 2024\n8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nTime: 8:00AM EDT – 4:00PM EDT\n\nLearn More
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/americas-seed-fund-sbir-sttr-road-tour-great-lakes/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Path to a Patent\, Part I: IP basics
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about intellectual property (IP) basics? In part one of this eight-part recurring series\, our experts will:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProvide a brief overview of the different types of IP (patents\, trademarks\, trade secrets\, and copyrights)\nReview the patenting process from invention\, to application\, to issue\nCover the requirements for patentability\nExplain how to determine whether a provisional or nonprovisional application is right for you\nDiscuss how to weigh the costs and benefits of hiring a patent attorney\n\nRegister today \nFor more information\, please email SiliconValley@uspto.gov or RockyMountain@uspto.gov. \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/the-path-to-a-patent-part-i-ip-basics/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240710T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240710T140000
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SUMMARY:NIH’s SBIR/STTR Programs: Funding and Commercialization Support for Scientist Entrepreneurs & Early-Stage Startups
DESCRIPTION:NIH’s SBIR/STTR Programs: Funding and Commercialization Support for Scientist Entrepreneurs & Early-Stage Startups\n\nJuly 10 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm\n\n\n\n\n\nThe federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are a critical source of non-dilutive funding for early-stage companies. The National Cancer Institute (NCI)\, the largest National Institutes of Health (NIH) organization\, offers SBIR and STTR programs that provide approximately $200 million annually to US small businesses for developing and commercializing novel cancer technologies. In addition to funding\, the NCI SBIR Development Center offers various commercialization resources to support small businesses in getting their products into the market. \nREGISTER \nJoin this webinar to learn about:  \n\nAn overview of federal SBIR/STTR programs at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) with specifics relating to the National Cancer Institute (NCI)\, the largest NIH Institute. \nFunding opportunities for startups\, academic spinout companies\, and early-stage academic entrepreneurs (e.g.\, postdoctoral fellows)\, such as the NCI SBIR Innovative Concept Award and the Small Business Transition Grant for New Entrepreneurs\nTips for writing competitive SBIR/STTR grant proposals. Commercialization resources for applicants and awardees\n\nDr. Swamy Tripurani is a Program Director at the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Development Center at the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Dr. Tripurani oversees a portfolio of grants and contracts to support the development of innovative cancer therapeutics\, digital health technologies\, and therapeutic devices by small businesses. He also co-manages the CARE (Connecting Awardees with Regulatory Experts) program\, which fosters interactions between NCI-funded small businesses and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Before joining NCI\, Dr. Tripurani worked as a regulatory scientist at the FDA for eight years. Dr. Tripurani earned his Ph.D. in Genetics and Developmental Biology from West Virginia University and completed his postdoctoral research training focused on gynecologic cancers and reproductive disorders at Baylor College of Medicine.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/nihs-sbir-sttr-programs-funding-and-commercialization-support-for-scientist-entrepreneurs-early-stage-startups/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:The Secret Sauce for Inclusive Dining: How Accessibility Drives Loyalty
DESCRIPTION:The Secret Sauce for Inclusive Dining: How Accessibility Drives Loyalty\nPresented on July 10\, 2024 at 12pm ET\nPresenters: Traci Murray\, Director of Business Development at Vispero\, David Swallow\, Principal UX Consultant\, Rick Smith\, Director of Business Development at ELO\, & Marshall Law\, Co-Founder and Business Development at Rivalry Tech \nCustomer loyalty is crucial for any organization\, including the restaurant industry. How a restaurant treats customers with disabilities can significantly affect that loyalty and impact their business. \nThe challenges people with disabilities experience when restaurants and eateries do not put their needs first are more common than you may think. Is your company doing all it can? Do your digital assets like menus\, self-service kiosks\, laptops\, and mobile devices have the abilities of all users in mind? \nLearn from accessibility experts at Vispero\, TPGi\, Rivalry Tech and Elo as they navigate through their data and case study details to share how you can increase customer loyalty and create the most inclusive dining experiences. \nUnable to register?\nIf you are using Internet Explorer and have cookies disabled (either via privacy mode or decline cookies on the website)\, you may not be able to register through this form. \nIf you are still unable to register\, please email ida@tpgi.com with your name and contact information. Ida will arrange the registration on your behalf.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/the-secret-sauce-for-inclusive-dining-how-accessibility-drives-loyalty/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Successful Inventing: Product development
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to the invention process? If so\, register today for the fourth event in the Successful Inventing series\, presented by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Licensing Executives Society – Silicon Valley Chapter. \nDuring the fourth session\, focused on product development\, we will address the following topics: \n\nProduct design vs. product engineering\nDesign it\, develop a complete product\, sell it before you make it\, obsolete the competition\nDetermine what people want\, before they know they want it\nWhat is your market advantage?\n\nRegister today \nThe Successful Inventing series covers various aspects of the invention process. Each biweekly session is held virtually. Participants will hear experts discuss topics that include intellectual property\, product development\, licensing\, funding\, and more. \nA question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Please send your questions in advance or during the event to SiliconValley@uspto.gov. \nFor more information\, please email SiliconValley@uspto.gov. \n  \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/successful-inventing-product-development-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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UID:1731-1720609200-1720614600@www.idea2impact.org
SUMMARY:Successful Inventing: Product development
DESCRIPTION:Are you new to the invention process? If so\, register today for the fourth event in the Successful Inventing series\, presented by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Licensing Executives Society – Silicon Valley Chapter. This event will be hybrid\, so you can attend virtually or in person at the USPTO’s Silicon Valley Regional Office in San Jose\, California. \nDuring the fourth session\, focused on product development\, we will address the following topics: \n\nProduct design vs. product engineering\nDesign it\, develop a complete product\, sell it before you make it\, obsolete the competition\nDetermine what people want\, before they know they want it\nWhat is your market advantage?\n\nRegister today \nThe Successful Inventing series covers various aspects of the invention process. Each biweekly session is held virtually. Participants will hear experts discuss topics that include intellectual property\, product development\, licensing\, funding\, and more. \nA question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Please send your questions in advance or during the event to SiliconValley@uspto.gov. \nFor more information\, please email SiliconValley@uspto.gov. \n  \n\nAccessibility accommodation\n\nAccessibility\n\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \n\n\n\nCLE Header
URL:https://www.idea2impact.org/event/successful-inventing-product-development/
LOCATION:Virtual Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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