Join us in person on Tuesday, November 19, from 9 a.m. to noon CT for the grand opening of the Patent and Trademark Resource Center (PTRC) at Mississippi State University in Starkville, Mississippi. Connect with local PTRC representatives and inspiring guest speakers as they discuss the vital role of intellectual property (IP) in fueling creativity. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in free workshops and networking opportunities.
Agenda
The agenda is subject to change. All times listed are in Central Time. Check back for updates.
9-9:45 a.m. Remarks and ribbon cutting
- David Nolen, Professor and Associate Dean for Archives and Special Collections, Mississippi State University
- Austin Check, Senior Project Manager, Office of Technology Management, Mississippi State University
- Jacob Choi, Assistant Regional Director of the Southwest Regional Outreach Office, USPTO
- Johnna Childs, Librarian, PTRC Program, USPTO
9:45-10:15 a.m. Networking meet and greet
10:15-11 a.m. IP overview
11-11:10 a.m. Break
11:10 a.m. to noon Patent searching
Contact us
For questions about this event, please contact PTRCP@uspto.gov.
Accessibility accommodation
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.