Ian Rourke (Phd, Gaicd) Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Australia

As a partner and one of the leaders in the biotechnology practice at FB Rice, I prepare and prosecute patent applications internationally, evaluate the external patent landscape and intellectual property positions of competitors, conduct complex patent invalidity, infringement, due diligence and freedom-to-operate analysis. Although I act primarily for Australian clients (including universities, research institutes, listed companies, and SME’s), I have a depth and breadth of experience in managing the intellectual property needs of both global and local biotechnology clients, with well over two hundred PCT applications filed for clients including research institutions, CRCs and private and publicly listed biotechnology companies. For further information on my experience, please see my professional profile: https://www.fbrice.com.au/profile/Ian_Rourke.aspx

Melbourne, Australia

I was one of the original Executive Board members at FB Rice. During that time, and to this day, I am constantly looking at ways to improve the organisation and create a great culture for our staff.

Melbourne, Australia

Tournicare Pty Ltd is a MedTech start-up that is currently developing a blood pressure monitor device with a unique, easy-to-use clamp-style design. As a Non-Executive Director, I bring value to the Board through my deep knowledge of intellectual property and extensive networks in the local biotechnology.

Melbourne, Australia

My second postdoc research at the prestigious Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research in Melbourne focussed on blood cell growth factors and gene regulation of cell survival in activated T cells.

Copenhagen Area, Denmark

My first postdoc research at Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen centred on gene evolution, gene transcription, yeast expression systems and the prohormone processing of vertebrae neuropeptides.

Canberra, Australia

My PhD research was conducted at CSIRO at the Black Mountain site in Canberra. My PhD research encompassed the areas of gene cloning, gene evolution, insect physiology, antibody production, and immunohistochemistry.

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Phd, Cell/Cellular And Molecular Biology, Phd

Honours Degree In Science (First Class), Agriculture And Molecular Biology

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