Chapter 2400

Question 1

Title of Chapter

Answer 1

Biotechnology

Question 2

deposit

Answer 2

• only necessary if words not enough
• made before filing date
• material capable of self-reproduction, directly/indirectly

Question 3

IDA

Answer 3

• International Depositary Authority

Question 4

term of deposit

Answer 4

• available for 30 years
• at least 5 years after most recent request for furnishing of sample
• sample stored under agreement that makes them available beyond enforceable life of patent

Question 5

Budapest Treaty

Answer 5

requires deposit tested for viability before accepted

Question 6

availability of deposit

Answer 6

once patent grants, no restriction on availability of deposit as long as requirements are met (list)