Olivier Vix
About Olivier Vix
Olivier Vix is a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office, where he has worked since 1999. He holds a PhD in Structural Biology from Université Louis Pasteur Strasbourg and has previous post-doctoral experience at the Salk Institute and EMBL.
Work at European Patent Office
Olivier Vix has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 1999. In his role as a Patent Examiner, he evaluates patent applications, ensuring compliance with legal and technical standards. His extensive experience at the EPO spans over 25 years, during which he has developed expertise in assessing innovations in various scientific fields.
Education and Expertise
Olivier Vix earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Structural Biology from Université Louis Pasteur Strasbourg. This academic background provides him with a strong foundation in the biological sciences, which is essential for his work in patent examination, particularly in evaluating biotechnological and pharmaceutical innovations.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, Olivier Vix worked as a Post-doctoral researcher at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in San Diego from 1994 to 1996. He furthered his research career at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) in Heidelberg from 1996 to 1997. These positions contributed to his expertise in biological research and patent evaluation.
Previous Research Experience
Olivier Vix has significant research experience, having worked as a Post-doc at two prestigious institutions. His tenure at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies lasted two years, followed by a one-year position at EMBL. This research experience has equipped him with in-depth knowledge in structural biology, which is relevant to his current role in patent examination.