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VPR.0003 – Intellectual Property Records

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Unique IDVPR.0003
Record Series TitleIntellectual Property Records
Record Series DescriptionThis series documents activity relating to the protection and licensing of UPENN's intellectual property, including copyright and patent records. This series may include, but is not limited to: patent applications, issued patents, invention assignment, licensing agreements, and invention disclosure forms
Retention Period (Code+Years)LA+10
Retention DefinitionC=End of life of asset, including but not limited to life of patent, copyright, or agreement
Work UnitVice Provost - Research: Penn Center for Innovation
Location(s)Various
Data Risk ClassificationHigh
Disposition MethodD
FormatVarious
Authority/Notes35 U.S. Code § 286