Dynamic and passionate Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) educator with a proven track record of fostering a deep understanding of IP law and its implications. Equipped with 10 years of experience in academia, I specialize in demystifying complex legal concepts surrounding patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. My teaching approach combines theoretical frameworks with real-world case studies, engaging students in thought-provoking discussions and practical applications. With a commitment to nurturing critical thinking and ethical practices, I empower learners to navigate the intricate landscape of intellectual property, preparing them for success in diverse professional fields.
Experience
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Coordinator (Science and Engineering) (May, 2023
–Present) at Indian Patent Office
• Providing technical assistance to the Patent controller during the hearing and disposal of ordinary, pre-grant opposition and post-grant opposition cases.
• Preparing the hearing objection report in accordance with the patent act and rules.
• Doing technical analysis on the invention in comparison with cited documents.
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Assistant Professor (Research & IPR) (Jun, 2018
–Apr, 2023) at KARPAGAM ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION,COIMBATORE
• Support the Intellectual Property team and student inventors in drafting and prosecution of IP matters and University IP portfolio management.
• Provided IP searches, IP counselling and strategic support to teams developing new products and services.
• Organizing and conduction the IPR awareness events in and around the University premises.
• Preparation of financial documents, progress reports for research projects funded by various government bodies.
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Assistant Professor / Lecturer (Jun, 2012
–May, 2018) at KARPAGAM ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION, Coimbatore
• Teaching, learning and evaluation process at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• NAAC, UGC, AICTE, NIRF accreditation and IQAC documentation process at university level.
Education
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Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Jun, 2018–Apr, 2023) from KARPAGAM ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION,COIMBATORE
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M.E. in Engineering Design (Jul, 2012–Jun, 2015) from Anna University of Technology Coimbatore, (University:-Anna University,India)–scored CGPA 8.000
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B.E. in Mechanical Engineering (Jun, 2009–Apr, 2012) from Loyola institute of technology, chennai–scored CGPA 8.789
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Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Jun, 2006–Apr, 2009) from Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Coimbatore–scored 91.3%