Tom De Backer
About Tom De Backer
Tom De Backer is a Patentprüfer at the European Patent Office in Munich, Germany, where he has worked since 2000. He holds a Diplom-Ingenieur in Maschinenbau from Universiteit Gent and is a certified European welding engineer.
Work at European Patent Office
Tom De Backer has been employed at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 2000. He holds the position of Patentprüfer, where he is responsible for examining patent applications and ensuring compliance with patent laws and regulations. His role involves assessing the novelty and inventive step of applications submitted to the EPO. De Backer has accumulated 24 years of experience in this position, contributing to the office's mission of fostering innovation and protecting intellectual property rights in Europe.
Education and Expertise
Tom De Backer studied at the Universiteit Gent, where he focused on Maschinenbau and earned the Diplom-Ingenieur degree between 1985 and 1990. His educational background is complemented by his studies at the Belgisch Instituut voor Lastechniek, where he achieved the qualification of European welding engineer. This combination of education provides him with a solid foundation in engineering principles and practices, particularly in the fields of mechanical engineering and welding technology.
Background
Tom De Backer has a background in engineering, specifically in the areas of mechanical engineering and welding. His academic pursuits at the Universiteit Gent and the Belgisch Instituut voor Lastechniek have equipped him with specialized knowledge and skills relevant to his current role at the European Patent Office. His professional journey reflects a commitment to the field of intellectual property and engineering.