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Patent Searching: Introduction
Use this guide to understand the basic strategies and tools for searching for patent prior art.
Introduction
Prior Art - Patents
Prior Art - Articles, etc.
Librarian for Patents
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General Patent Information
General Information
Tutorials and Additional Support
General information about patents is available through the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
General information concerning patents
USPTO Patent FAQs
USPTO Seven Step Strategy for Patent Searching
Outlines the steps in conducting a patent search.
How to Conduct a Preliminary U.S. Patent Search
Video tutorial outlines the steps for conducting a preliminary patent search for prior art.
Guide to Finding Patents
Guide to patent searching strategies from Arizona State University Libraries.
Quick Links
SDSU Office of Technology Transfer and Commercialization
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
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