by Dennis Crouch
A cornerstone of Dir. Kathi Vidal's tenure as USPTO Director has been a continued focus on inclusivity and diversity in the innovation ecosphere. In 2024, the USPTO launched a significant initiative to address major disparities in patent participation among underrepresented groups -- with strong support from the Council for Inclusive Innovation (CI2). CI2 is now seeking nominations for new council members. In addition to highlighting the nomination process, this post provides some critiques on the initiative's approach to fostering a more diverse and dynamic innovation landscape in the United States.
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