Y-12 provides opportunities for companies to benefit from the research, development, and manufacturing investment made by the Department of Energy in Oak Ridge.

Resources

Copyright

The U.S. Copyright Office, part of the Library of Congress, is the authority on copyright and copyright law. Visit the U.S. Copyright Office Website.

Patents and Trademarks

As stated on the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website:

“Through the issuance of patents, the USPTO encourages technological advancement by providing incentives to invent, invest in, and disclose new technology worldwide. Through the registration of trademarks, the agency assists businesses in protecting their investments, promoting goods and services, and safeguarding consumers against confusion and deception in the marketplace. By disseminating both patent and trademark information, the USPTO promotes an understanding of intellectual property protection and facilitates the development and sharing of new technologies worldwide.”

Visit the USPTO Website for the information you need on patents and trademarks.