Denis Hervé
About Denis Hervé
Denis Hervé is a patent examiner at the European Patent Office, where he has worked since 1998. He previously held positions as a PhD student and research scientist at CEA from 1991 to 1996 and studied at various institutions, including CEIPI and Grenoble INP.
Work at European Patent Office
Denis Hervé has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) as a Patent Examiner since 1998. In this role, he is responsible for evaluating patent applications and ensuring compliance with patent laws and regulations. His extensive experience at the EPO spans over 26 years, during which he has contributed to the examination of various technological fields.
Education and Expertise
Denis Hervé pursued his education at several prestigious institutions. He studied at Grenoble INP - Phelma from 1986 to 1989, where he gained foundational knowledge in engineering. He furthered his studies at the Center for International Intellectual Property Studies (CEIPI) from 2000 to 2002, focusing on intellectual property rights. This educational background supports his expertise in patent examination and intellectual property.
Background in Research and Development
Before joining the European Patent Office, Denis Hervé worked at the Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives (CEA) from 1991 to 1996. During this five-year period, he served as a PhD student and research scientist, engaging in advanced research in the field of energy alternatives. This experience provided him with a strong technical foundation that informs his current work in patent examination.