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The Patent Process Explained in 60 Seconds

This video provides a concise overview of the patent process, perfect for inventors and entrepreneurs who are short on time. You’ll learn:

  • What is included in a patent application before filing
  • What happens after you file the application, including the examination
  • Rights granted upon approval

Whether you’re a seasoned inventor or new to the world of patents, this video is packed with valuable information to help you protect your innovative ideas. Don’t forget to subscribe for more tips and guides on navigating intellectual property laws!

For further reading: Steps to Successfully Patent Your Idea

About the Author

Babak Akhlaghi is a registered patent attorney and the Managing Director of NovoTech Patent Firm, where he helps technology companies build investor‑grade patent portfolios that support fundraising, defensibility, and long‑term competitive advantage. His practice centers on patent strategy, portfolio architecture, and high‑leverage drafting for companies developing AI, machine learning, quantum computing, advanced software‑driven systems, robotics, and other emerging technologies.

Babak is also a permanent Adjunct Professor at the University of Maryland, where he teaches Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship, bringing real‑world IP strategy experience directly into the academic environment.

He is a co‑author of the Patent Applications Handbook, published annually by West Publications (Clark Boardman Division) since 1992, and widely used by practitioners as a technical and procedural reference.

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