Michela Russo
About Michela Russo
Michela Russo is a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office in Munich, Germany, specializing in alarm systems since 2008. She has a background in engineering and has contributed to the training of new examiners and the development of e-learning content.
Work at European Patent Office
Michela Russo has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) as a Patent Examiner since 2002. Her role involves the examination, search, opposition, and classification of patents, particularly in the field of alarm systems, including video surveillance and anti-theft systems. Over her 22 years at the EPO, she has also conducted substantive examinations in various technical areas such as audio processing, power line communications, and microwave receivers. Since 2009, she has served as an instructor for newcomer examiners, sharing her expertise and knowledge with new staff.
Education and Expertise
Michela Russo has a strong educational background in engineering. She studied at the Università degli Studi di Trieste, where she achieved a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering equivalent (MSEE equiv) from 1995 to 2001. Prior to this, she attended Hamburg University of Technology for 11 months in 1999. She also completed her secondary education at Liceo Scientifico Galileo Galilei in Trieste, obtaining a Maturità scientifica from 1991 to 1995. Additionally, she participated in the European Qualifying Examination for 11 months in 2007, further enhancing her qualifications in patent examination.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining the European Patent Office, Michela Russo gained practical experience in the engineering field. She worked as a Wireless Systems Engineer at Analog Devices for three months in 2002. Prior to that, she was a Master Thesis Student at Infineon Technologies from 2001 to 2002, where she worked for eight months. These roles contributed to her technical knowledge and skills, which she later applied in her patent examination work.
Specialization in Alarm Systems
Since 2008, Michela Russo has specialized in the examination, search, opposition, and classification of patents related to alarm systems. Her focus includes video surveillance and anti-theft systems, showcasing her expertise in this specific area of technology. This specialization allows her to contribute effectively to the patent examination process, ensuring that innovations in alarm systems are thoroughly evaluated.
Contributions to E-Learning
In 2013, Michela Russo designed e-learning content for examiners at the European Patent Office. This initiative incorporated new tools and work strategies aimed at enhancing the training and development of patent examiners. Her contributions to e-learning reflect her commitment to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the examination process within the organization.