Auguste Van Poelgeest
About Auguste Van Poelgeest
Auguste Van Poelgeest is a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office, specializing in medical robotics and artificial intelligence in medicine. He holds a Doctorate in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bath and has extensive experience in research and management roles across various institutions in the UK, Germany, and France.
Work at European Patent Office
Auguste Van Poelgeest has been employed as a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office since 2016. In this role, he evaluates patent applications and ensures compliance with patent laws and regulations. His expertise in mechanical engineering and research background supports his responsibilities in assessing innovative technologies and inventions.
Education and Expertise
Auguste Van Poelgeest earned a Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Bath Institute For Policy Research, completing his studies from 2005 to 2011. He also holds a Master of Engineering from the same institution, where he studied Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and French from 2001 to 2005. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in patent examination and research.
Background
Prior to his current role, Auguste Van Poelgeest worked as a PhD Researcher at the University of Bath from 2005 to 2011. He also served as a Postgraduate Teaching Assistant at the same university from 2005 to 2009. His professional experience includes a position as Group Manager at Fraunhofer IPA from 2011 to 2016, where he led research initiatives in automation and medical engineering.
Research Interests
Auguste Van Poelgeest's research interests encompass medical robotics, artificial intelligence for automation in medicine, and implantable devices for diagnostics and therapy. He joined the Project Group for Automation in Medicine and Biotechnology at Fraunhofer IPA in 2011, focusing on micromechatronics. He established a research team dedicated to control systems for medical engineering in 2014.
Achievements in Research and Development
During his tenure at Fraunhofer IPA, Auguste Van Poelgeest led an interdisciplinary team that developed novel measurement and control solutions for medical and biomedical applications. He completed a PhD on the topic 'Dynamics and Control of a Three-Wheeled Tilting Vehicle,' contributing to advancements in control systems within engineering.