Nicolai Obel
About Nicolai Obel
Nicolai Obel is a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office, specializing in biotechnology patents since 2006. He has a background in chemistry and biotechnology from the Technical University of Denmark and has research experience in molecular plant physiology.
Work at European Patent Office
Nicolai Obel has served as a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office since 2006. In this role, he specializes in the examination of biotechnology patents, handling both European and PCT patent applications. His extensive experience in this position spans over 18 years, during which he has developed a deep understanding of patent law and the intricacies of biotechnology innovations.
Education and Expertise
Nicolai Obel studied at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) from 1992 to 1998, where he earned an Ingeniør (Ing) degree in Chemistry and Biotechnology. He furthered his education at the European Patent Office, where he studied European patent law and achieved the European Qualifying Examination (EQE). This educational background provides him with a strong foundation in both scientific and legal aspects of patent examination.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, Nicolai Obel worked as a Post-Doctoral researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Plant Physiology from 2002 to 2006. His research focused on molecular plant physiology and polysaccharides, contributing to his expertise in biotechnology. Additionally, he gained experience as a Praktik Extern at Boult Wade Tennant in London for one month in 2017.
Language Skills
Nicolai Obel possesses multilingual capabilities, being fluent in Danish, English, German, and French. He also has basic proficiency in Czech. These language skills enable him to effectively communicate and collaborate in a diverse, international environment, which is essential in his role at the European Patent Office.
Research Experience
Nicolai Obel has significant research experience in the field of molecular plant physiology, particularly focusing on polysaccharides. This background enhances his ability to evaluate and examine biotechnology patents, as he combines practical research knowledge with his legal expertise in patent law.