What is an Invention Disclosure? How do I submit an Invention Disclosure?
When an inventor believes that they have made a discovery that qualifies as an invention, they need to reveal the information to the TTO by filling out a document known as an Invention Disclosure Form . This disclosure should list all sponsors of the research and should include all the information necessary to pursue protection and commercialization activities. It is critical that you complete every section of the disclosure in as much detail as possible or its processing can be delayed. You should also note the date of any upcoming publications or other public disclosure describing the invention. When you are finished you may e-mail an electronic copy of the disclosure to our office but we will need a signed copy mailed to our office before we can begin to process the disclosure. This document will be treated as confidential. The TTO will send acknowledgement that they received the IDF.
Related Questions
- After I submit an Invention Disclosure Form (IDF) to AP&C, how long will it be before I know whether or not a patent application (or other type of application) will be filed?
- Can I submit my grant application to a federal agency and the corresponding invention disclosure to the OTDC simultaneously?
- What is an invention disclosure and why should I submit one?
