Grace Period Study Survey

Survey Letter
Dear [Name],
You have been selected to answer questions in a survey that will be used to improve patent
policy.
In partnership with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), we reviewed over
ten thousand academic research articles. You are receiving this email because we determined
that your article, [Article], contained potentially patentable subject matter.
The survey consists of approximately fifteen multiple choice questions, all of which can be
completed electronically. Any questions referencing a specific article, refer to [Article], the
article identified in the review. The survey can be accessed [Hyperlink].
All responses are anonymous, and your responses will be joined to those of other participants.
Although your participation is voluntary, we hope that you will choose to answer the survey.
Thank you for your consideration. If you have any questions about the survey, please contact
Ben Picozzi at bpicozzi@iipi.org.
Sincerely,
[Signature]
Bruce A. Lehman, Esq.
President and Chairman
International Intellectual Property Institute