René Leijten
About René Leijten
René Leijten is a Patent Examiner with a background in packaging development and a strong academic foundation in science from Wageningen University & Research.
Work at European Patent Office
René Leijten serves as a Patent Examiner at the European Patent Office. In this role, he is responsible for evaluating patent applications, ensuring compliance with patent laws, and providing expert assessments on the technical aspects of inventions. His work contributes to the protection of intellectual property across Europe.
Education and Expertise
René Leijten holds a Master of Science degree from Wageningen University & Research, where he studied from 1992 to 1997. He previously attended the same institution from 1986 to 1992, completing a six-year program. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in scientific principles and methodologies relevant to his work in patent examination.
Background
Before joining the European Patent Office, René Leijten worked at FrieslandCampina as a Packaging Developer from 1998 to 2005. In this position, he focused on the development of packaging solutions, contributing to product innovation and sustainability efforts within the company. His experience in the food industry adds to his expertise in evaluating patents related to packaging technologies.