Patent Search Assistance

A patent search is too complex to complete over the phone, and requires a visit to the Library. In order to ensure the attention and confidentiality you require for your research, we recommend that you schedule an appointment to come in and get assistance with your search. To schedule an appointment, contact Peggy O'Connell:

Phone: (701) 777-4888
E-mail: peggyoconnell@mail.und.nodak.edu

Trademark Search Assistance

Trademark search assistance is available by phone or in-person. If you choose to come in to the Library, we recommend that you schedule an appointment to ensure your confidentiality and so staff will have adequate time to assist you. To request a search or schedule an appointment, contact Peggy O'Connell:

Phone: (701) 777-4888
E-mail:peggyoconnell@mail.und.nodak.edu

About the PTDL

In January, 1990, the Chester Fritz Library was designated the 67th U.S. Patent and Trademark Depository Library. The Patent and Trademark Depository enables the University community to access over 5 million patents and 2 million trademarks issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The holdings of the depository consist of full design, utility, plant and reissue patents from 1960 to the present. The Depository Library also contains a complete run of the Official Gazette of the Patent and Trademark Office and various indexes and informational publications regarding patents and trademarks.