Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC)

This guide will help you navigate the resources we provide at The Ohio State University Libraries as a Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC).

USPTO Events

Upcoming Events

Upcoming events at Columbus Metropolitan Library:

09/20/2024 - 9:00am - 5:00pm "Full-day Trademark Bootcamp" * (Registration here.)

10/10/2024 - 6:30pm - 7:30pm "Introduction to Intellectual Property Protections"

Upcoming events at The Ohio State University Libraries:

09/19/2024 - 9:00am - 5:00pm "Full-day Patent Bootcamp" * (Registration here.)

 

*In these events, representatives from the USPTO will provide guidance on the types of IP, pre-filing searching, and the entire application process for both Patents (the event will be held on OSU's campus) and Trademarks (this event will be held at the Columbus Metropolitan Library, Main Branch).