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2023 Inventor Chemist

How to get your idea patented

Patents, Novelty, and Patent Trolls

How to search for patents

How BigPharma companies game the patent system

Chemical Patent Searching

ChemCurator extracts Chemical Info from patents.

2023 CHEMIST INVENTOR

 

 

PATENT SEARCH TOOLS

 

  1. ChemSpider: ChemSpider is a free and open-source database of chemical information. It includes a patent search tool that can be used to search for chemistry patents. The ChemSpider patent search tool is easy to use and provides a variety of search options, including search by chemical structure. ChemSpider
     

  2. PubChem: PubChem is a free and open-source database of chemical information. It includes a patent search tool that can be used to search for chemistry patents. The PubChem patent search tool is more complex to use than the ChemSpider patent search tool, but it provides more advanced search options, such as search by chemical reaction. PubChem
     

  3. Google Patents: Google Patents is a free and open-source patent search engine. It can be used to search for chemistry patents, as well as patents in other fields. The Google Patents patent search engine is easy to use and provides a variety of search options, including search by keyword, patent number, and applicant name. Google Patents
     

  4. Espacenet: Espacenet is a free and open-source patent search engine from the European Patent Office (EPO). It can be used to search for chemistry patents, as well as patents in other fields. The Espacenet patent search engine is more complex to use than the Google Patents patent search engine, but it provides more advanced search options, such as search by patent classification code. Espacenet
     

  5. PatentScope: PatentScope is a free and open-source patent search engine from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). It can be used to search for chemistry patents, as well as patents in other fields. The PatentScope patent search engine is more complex to use than the Google Patents patent search engine, but it provides more advanced search options, such as search by international patent classification (IPC) code. PatentScope
     

  6. Chem Curator Software: https://download.chemaxon.com/chemcurator

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PATENT SEARCH TOOLS

 

  1. PQAI: PQAI is a free and open-source patent search tool that uses AI to improve the relevance of search results. PQAI is particularly well-suited for chemistry patent searches, as it can be used to search for patents based on chemical structure and chemical reaction. https://search.projectpq.ai/
     

  2. PatentOrbit: PatentOrbit is a commercial patent search tool that uses AI to identify relevant patents and provide insights into patent trends. PatentOrbit offers features specifically designed for chemistry patent searches, such as the ability to search for patents based on chemical structure and chemical reaction. https://www.questel.com/patent/ip-intelligence-software/orbit-intelligence/
     

  3. LexisNexis PatentAdvisor: LexisNexis PatentAdvisor is a commercial patent search tool that uses AI to help users identify relevant patents and understand the patent landscape. PatentAdvisor offers features specifically designed for chemistry patent searches, such as the ability to search for patents based on chemical structure and chemical reaction. https://www.lexisnexisip.com/solutions/patent-prosecution/patentadvisor/

     

 

DRAWING CHEMICAL STRUCTURES FOR PATENT DRAFTING

 

  1. MarvinSketch: MarvinSketch is a free and open source chemical drawing and editing software. It is compatible with a variety of file formats, including JChem's .jcx and .jcm files. MarvinSketch also includes a number of features that are similar to JChem for Office, such as the ability to insert chemical structures into Word documents and Excel spreadsheets. MarvinSketch Website
     

  2. ChemSketch: ChemSketch is another free and open source chemical drawing and editing software. It is also compatible with a variety of file formats, including JChem's .jcx and .jcm files. ChemSketch does not have as many features as MarvinSketch, but it is still a good option for basic chemical drawing and editing tasks. ChemSketch Website
     

  3. Open Babel: Open Babel is a free and open source chemical file format converter. It can be used to convert JChem's .jcx and .jcm files to other file formats, such as .svg, .png, and .pdf. This can be useful if you need to share your chemical structures with people who do not have access to JChem for Office. Open Babel Website

 

 

CHEMIST INVENTOR OPEN SOURCE DATABASES

 

 

Open Science Grid (OSG): The OSG is a distributed computing infrastructure that offers access to a range of supercomputers, including the ATLAS supercomputer at Fermilab. OSG Website
 

  1. PubChem: PubChem is a public database of chemical information maintained by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). It contains data on over 100 million chemical substances, including chemical structures, properties, and biological activities. PubChem Website
     

  2. ChemSpider: ChemSpider is a free chemical database with information on over 100 million chemical substances. It offers various tools for searching and analyzing chemical data, such as a chemical structure search engine, a chemical property calculator, and a chemical reaction predictor. ChemSpider Website
     

  3. ChemCollective: ChemCollective is a collection of virtual labs and scenarios for teaching and learning chemistry. It offers simulations and activities related to various chemistry topics. ChemCollective Website
     

  4. Chemguide: Chemguide is a free online resource that provides comprehensive chemistry tutorials and explanations on various topics in chemistry, making it a valuable educational tool. Chemguide Website
     

  5. NIST Chemistry WebBook: The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Chemistry WebBook offers a wide range of chemical data, including thermodynamic and spectroscopic data. It's a valuable resource for researchers and students. NIST Chemistry WebBook Website
     

  6. ChemSynthesis: ChemSynthesis is an open database of chemical compounds, reactions, and suppliers. It provides information on chemical syntheses, allowing researchers to find preparation methods for various compounds. ChemSynthesis Website

 

 

CHEM PATENTS

 

 

PATENT SEARCH: PATENT DATA RESOURCES:

 

  1. Google Patents: https://patents.google.com/
     

  2. USPTO Patent Full-Text and Image Database: https://www.uspto.gov/patents-application-process/search-patents
     

  3. European Patent Office (EPO) Database: https://www.epo.org/searching-for-patents/espacenet.html
     

  4. World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) PATENTSCOPE Database: https://patentscope.wipo.org/search/en/search.jsf
     

  5. Chemical Abstracts (CAplus): https://www.cas.org/products/caplus
     

  6. Derwent World Patents Index (DWPI): https://clarivate.com/products/derwent-world-patents-index/
     

  7. LexisNexis PatentAdvisor: https://www.lexisnexis.com/en-us/products/patent-advisor.aspx
     

  8. PatentOffice.gov: https://www.uspto.gov/
     

  9. EPO.org: https://www.epo.org/
     

  10. WIPO.int: https://www.wipo.int/
     

  11. Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO): CIPO


 

EVEN MORE PATENT DATABASES


 

  1. European Patent Office (EPO): EPO
     

  2. French Patent Office (INPI - Institut National de la Propriété Industrielle): INPI
     

  3. German Patent Office (DPMA): DPMA
     

  4. Japanese Patent Office (JPO): JPO
     

  5. Russian Patent Office (ROSPATENT - Russian Agency for Patents and Trademarks): ROSPATENT
     

  6. United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (UK-IPO): UK-IPO
     

  7. United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO): USPTO
     

  8. World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO): WIPO


 

 

TYPES OF CHEMICAL PATENTS

 

Chemical patents can fall under a variety of categories, depending on the subject matter of the invention. Some common categories include:
 

  • New chemical compounds: This includes patents for new chemical entities, such as new drugs, pesticides, or materials.

  • New chemical processes: This includes patents for new ways to manufacture or synthesize chemicals, or to separate mixtures of chemicals.

  • New chemical compositions: This includes patents for new combinations of chemicals, such as new formulations of drugs or new catalysts.

  • Articles of manufacture made from chemicals: This includes patents for new products made from chemicals, such as new plastics, composites, or pharmaceuticals.

  • Methods of using chemicals: This includes patents for new ways to use chemicals, such as new medical treatments or new industrial processes.
     

In addition to these general categories, chemical patents may also be classified by the specific type of chemical involved. For example, there are patents for organic compounds, inorganic compounds, polymers, and biological molecules.

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PATENT AUTOMATION

 

Patent Search Tools:
 

  1. Espacenet: Espacenet is a free patent search engine that provides access to over 100 million patent documents from around the world. Espacenet Website
     

  2. Google Patents: Google Patents is a free patent search engine that offers access to over 100 million patent documents from around the world. Google Patents Website
     

  3. PatFT: PatFT is a free patent search engine that provides access to US patents from 1976 to the present. PatFT Website
     

Patent Drafting Tools:
 

  1. LaTeX: LaTeX is a free and open-source document preparation system that can be used to draft patent applications. LaTeX Website
     

  2. LibreOffice: LibreOffice is a free and open-source office suite that includes a word processor suitable for drafting patent applications. LibreOffice Website
     

  3. OpenOffice: OpenOffice is a free and open-source office suite that includes a word processor useful for drafting patent applications. OpenOffice Website
     

Patent Filing Tools:
 

  1. USPTO Electronic Patent Application System (EPAS): EPAS is a free online system that enables the filing of patent applications with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). USPTO EPAS Website
     

  2. WIPO Digital Access Service (DAS): DAS is a free online service that allows you to file patent applications with international patent offices. WIPO DAS Website

 

 

PLACES TO SELL YOUR PATENTS

 

  1. Intellectual Property Exchange (IPX): IPX is a marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of intellectual property. They charge a fee for their services. IPX Website
     

  2. PatentBroker: PatentBroker is a marketplace that facilitates connections between buyers and sellers of patents. They charge a fee for their services. PatentBroker Website
     

  3. IPWatchdog: IPWatchdog is a website that provides news and analysis on intellectual property. It also has a marketplace for buyers and sellers of intellectual property, with associated service fees. IPWatchdog Website
     

  4. Inventa Capital: Inventa Capital is a company that assists inventors in selling their patents and charges a fee for its services. Inventa Capital Website
     

  5. PatentVest: PatentVest is a company that helps inventors sell their patents and charges a fee for its services. PatentVest Website
     

  6. Licensing.io: Licensing.io is a company that helps inventors sell their patents and charges a fee for its services. Licensing.io Website

 

 

RESEARCHING AND SIMULATING NEW MOLECULES FOR FREE IN THE CLOUD
 

Here is a strategy for an inventor chemist to research new molecules using free tools on the internet and simulate them on supercomputers for free, and then sell the patents to big businesses:
 

Researching new molecules using free tools on the internet:
 

There are a number of free tools available on the internet that can be used to research new molecules. Some of these tools include:
 

  • PubChem: PubChem is a public database of chemical information that is maintained by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). PubChem contains information on over 100 million chemical substances, including chemical structures, properties, and biological activities.
     

  • ChemSpider: ChemSpider is a free chemical database that contains information on over 100 million chemical substances. ChemSpider provides a variety of tools for searching and analyzing chemical data, including a chemical structure search engine, a chemical property calculator, and a chemical reaction predictor.
     

  • SciFinder: SciFinder is a comprehensive database of chemical and scientific information that is maintained by the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS). SciFinder provides access to over 50 million chemical structures, as well as scientific literature, patents, and other resources.
     

These tools can be used to research the properties and biological activities of existing molecules, as well as to design new molecules with specific properties in mind.
 

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There are a number of supercomputer centers that offer free access to their resources for academic and research purposes. Some of these supercomputer centers include:
 

  • XSEDE: XSEDE is a network of supercomputers that is funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). XSEDE provides access to a variety of supercomputers, including the Stampede2 supercomputer at the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC).
     

  • Open Science Grid (OSG): The OSG is a distributed computing infrastructure that provides access to a variety of supercomputers, including the ATLAS supercomputer at Fermilab.
     

  • Amazon Web Services (AWS): AWS offers a variety of cloud computing services, including access to supercomputers. AWS offers a free tier that provides access to a limited amount of computing resources.
     

These supercomputers can be used to simulate the properties and behavior of molecules. This information can be used to design new molecules with specific properties in mind.
 

Selling patents to big businesses:
 

Once a new molecule with desirable properties has been identified, a patent can be filed to protect the intellectual property. Once the patent has been granted, it can be sold to big businesses that are interested in developing and commercializing the molecule.

Some tips for selling patents to big businesses include:
 

  • Identify the right target market: Not all big businesses are interested in all types of new molecules. It is important to identify the right target market for your molecule before you start shopping around for buyers.
     

  • Package your patent effectively: When you are selling your patent, you need to be able to explain the value of your molecule to potential buyers. This includes being able to articulate the potential benefits of the molecule, as well as the market potential for the molecule.
     

  • Be willing to negotiate: Big businesses are not going to pay top dollar for your patent without a fight. Be prepared to negotiate on the price and terms of the sale.
     

Selling patents can be a difficult process, but it is a viable way for a lone poor inventor chemist to make money. By following the tips above, you can increase your chances of success.
 

Please note that this is just a general strategy. There is no guarantee that you will be successful in selling your patents, but following these tips may increase your chances of success.

 


CLOUD CHEMIST INVENTOR TIPS

 

  • Chemical data: Chemists and inventors need to have access to large and comprehensive datasets of chemical information, such as the PubChem database. This data can be used to train and validate AI and ML models, and to identify promising new compounds and molecules for further study.
     

  • Computational chemistry: Chemists and inventors need to be familiar with computational chemistry tools and techniques. This will allow them to design and conduct simulations of new compounds and molecules, and to predict their properties.
     

  • Machine learning: Chemists and inventors need to have a basic understanding of machine learning concepts and algorithms. This will allow them to develop and train their own AI and ML models, and to interpret the results of these models.
     

  • Generating new ideas: Chemists and inventors need to be able to come up with new ideas for compounds, molecules, and materials. This can involve brainstorming, exploring new areas of science, and thinking outside the box.
     

  • Designing new experiments: Chemists and inventors need to be able to design new experiments to test their ideas and to validate their results. This requires creativity and ingenuity, as well as a deep understanding of chemistry and experimental design.
     

  • Interpreting results: Chemists and inventors need to be able to interpret the results of their experiments and to draw conclusions. This requires creativity and critical thinking, as well as a deep understanding of chemistry and data analysis.

     

CHEMIST INVENTORS MUST BE CREATIVE
 

  • Designing new catalysts: Catalysts are substances that speed up chemical reactions. Chemists can use their creativity to design new catalysts that are more efficient and selective than existing catalysts. This can lead to new and improved processes for manufacturing chemicals, fuels, and materials.
     

  • Developing new materials: Chemists and materials scientists can use their creativity to develop new materials with unique and desirable properties. For example, they may develop new materials that are stronger, lighter, or more durable than existing materials. They may also develop new materials with specific electronic, optical, or magnetic properties.
     

  • Discovering new drugs: Chemists and pharmaceutical scientists can use their creativity to discover new drugs for treating diseases. This involves designing and synthesizing new molecules, and then testing them for biological activity. Creativity is essential for coming up with new and innovative drug candidates.

 

 

HOW TO TRAIN AND VALIDATE AI/ML MODELS FOR MOLECULE DISCOVERY


To train and validate AI and ML models to identify promising new compounds and molecules for further study, scientists typically follow these steps:
 

  1. Collect data: The first step is to collect a large and comprehensive dataset of chemical information. This data can include the chemical structure, properties, and biological activity of known compounds. The data can be collected from a variety of sources, such as public databases, scientific papers, and in-house data repositories.
     

  2. Preprocess the data: Once the data has been collected, it needs to be preprocessed. This may involve cleaning the data, removing outliers, and converting the data into a format that is compatible with the machine learning model.
     

  3. Choose a machine learning algorithm: There are many different machine learning algorithms that can be used for this task. The best algorithm to choose will depend on the specific data and the desired outcome. Some popular algorithms include support vector machines (SVMs), random forests, and deep learning models.
     

  4. Train the model: Once the machine learning algorithm has been chosen, the model needs to be trained. This involves feeding the model the preprocessed data and allowing it to learn the relationships between the different features.
     

  5. Validate the model: Once the model has been trained, it needs to be validated. This involves testing the model on a held-out dataset that it has never seen before. This helps to ensure that the model is not overfitting the training data and that it can generalize to new data.
     

  6. Deploy the model: Once the model has been trained and validated, it can be deployed to production. This means making the model available to users so that they can use it to predict the properties or biological activity of new compounds.

     

OPEN SOURCE TOOLS FOR TRAINING AND VALIDATING AI/ML
 

  1. RDKit: RDKit is a Python library for cheminformatics and machine learning. It provides a wide range of tools for data preprocessing, feature engineering, and machine learning model development. RDKit Website
     

  2. Open Babel: Open Babel is a C++ library for chemical file conversion and cheminformatics. It can be used to convert chemical files between different formats, which is useful for preprocessing data for machine learning models. Open Babel Website
     

  3. Scikit-learn: Scikit-learn is a Python library for machine learning. It provides a wide range of machine learning algorithms, including SVMs, random forests, and decision trees. Scikit-learn Website
     

  4. TensorFlow: TensorFlow is an open-source machine learning framework. It can be used to train and deploy deep learning models for chemistry and materials science. TensorFlow Website
     

  5. PyTorch: PyTorch is another open-source machine learning framework. It is similar to TensorFlow, but it is more flexible and easier to use for prototyping and research. PyTorch Website

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