• Getting started with Patent Public Search

    Virtual

    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 USPTO is here to help. Both the Patent and Trademark Resource Center Program and the Public Search Facility are experienced with educating users on USPTO search tools and […]

  • Trademark Basics Boot Camp, Module 1: Fundamentals

    Virtual

    Are you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so, this event is a must-attend. In this first module of our eight-part virtual Trademark Basics Boot Camp, we’ll focus on trademark protection in the United States. The event is free, but space […]

  • Community of Innovators

    Big Idea Center 3601 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Wednesday, October 8, 2025 4:00pm to 5:30pm I'm Interested Register SHARE COMMUNITY OF INNOVATORS ABOUT THIS EVENT Big Idea Center View map Add to calendar 3601 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213   Session Topic: Earflo - Taking a product from academia from need to commercialization Presenters: Intan Oldakowska, CEO, Earflo and Matt Oldakowski, CTO, Earflo […]

  • NSF I-Corps Regional Short Course

    Virtual

    Monday, October 13, 2025 10:00am to 12:00pm + 1 dates I'm Interested SHARE NSF I-CORPS REGIONAL SHORT COURSE ABOUT THIS EVENT Virtual Event Add to calendar In this month-long I-Corps regional course, researchers and aspiring entrepreneurs “get out of the building” and learn from potential customers. The goal is to determine if they are solving […]

  • Idea to Impact – Coffee & Conversation – October

    Big Idea Center 3601 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Tuesday, October 14, 2025 9:00am to 10:00am I'm Interested Register SHARE IDEA TO IMPACT – COFFEE & CONVERSATION - OCTOBER ABOUT THIS EVENT Big Idea Center View map Add to calendar 3601 Forbes Ave Do you have an idea or innovation you want to bring to market? Join staff from the University of Pittsburgh's Office […]

  • Learn the fundamentals of the patent application process

    Virtual

    Are you unfamiliar with the patent filing process? Are you a first-time utility application filer or new to Patent Center? Are you unsure where to start? Get a “head StART” and learn the fundamentals of the patent application process during a free, virtual three-day workshop held October 14-16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET […]