WIPO has compiled a repository of publications, webpages, tools and knowledge resources for intellectual property (IP) examiners across fields, and for those seeking more information on the practices and experiences of IP examiners.
For patent examiners
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PCT International Search and Preliminary Examination Guidelines
Explore the collection of guidelines that provide instructions as to the practice to be followed by International Authorities under the PCT during the international search and examination procedures. Even though the Guidelines are for the International Authorities and national laws and practices may differ in some cases, they have useful information on many substantive patentability requirements with examples.
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International Cooperation to Share Search and Examination Work Products
Read more about the various frameworks, mechanisms and tools that have been developed by some patent offices to utilize in carrying out patent search and examination.
For trademark examiners
International Trademark System Talks Podcast
Listen to experts and practitioners talk about their perspectives, insights, historical background, and more on our podcast series dedicated to WIPO’s Madrid System for the international registration of marks.
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Madrid System Public Webinars
Sign up for WIPO’s free interactive Madrid System webinars to gain practical information on a wide range of topics related to filing an international application and managing your international trademark registration.
For industrial designs examiners
Design Talks Podcast
Discover the fascinating world of designs, and the role they play in everyday lives through conversations with IP experts and designers from around the world. Brought to you by the Hague Registry with the support of the Funds-In-Trust Japan Industrial Property Global.
Hague System Webinars
Sign up for WIPO’s free interactive Hague System webinars to gain practical information on a wide range of topics related to filing an international application and managing your international industrial design registration.
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Hague System Information Kit
Access the information kit for guides on the Hague System, how to file an application, useful tools, and examples of designs in action.
For geographical indications examiners
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Webinar: Introduction to Geographical Indications (GIs) and the Benefits of the Lisbon System
Delve into the world of GIs and learn about the ways the Lisbon System helps protect GIs in different countries.
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Webinar: Why and How to use the new Lisbon System (Geneva Act) to Protect your GI abroad?
Learn from WIPO experts what practical steps you can take to protect your GIs abroad with the Lisbon System.