Jo Ramos, Ph.D. Email & Phone Number

As a U.S. patent examiner, I handle these basic patent examining functions:• Search prior art to ensure that an invention is new and unique. Prior art is information that has been disclosed to the public about an invention before a given date - including any related patents, published articles and public demonstrations.• Review patent applications to ensure conformity to formal requirements.•Write legal office actions on patentability and respond to patent applicants.

As a patent scientist, I have a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry. I specialized in Physical Organic Chemistry and have expertise in spectroscopy, synthesis, x-ray crystallography, computational chemistry. • Reviewed patent drafts from outside counsel firms for errors; reviewed draft claims for technical expertise; Reviewed drafting sections for errors, aided in providing information for inventor interviews. • Reviewed patent due diligence and provided technical business development notes to identify value in a business; Managed over 420 technologies for opportunities in licensing and scientific collaboration. • Submitted ~100 PCT Search and Examination opinions for PCT Chapter I Search and Examination International Search Report (ISR). • Utilized databases: SciFinder, United States Patents (Public Pair), Sophia Software, PatSnap, Orbit Intelligence - Questel, PatSeer, Chemical Abstract Service (CAS). • Performed ~15 Sequence Searches Analyses with written opinions for the ISR.• Provided technical knowledge for for further Office Actions. • Experience of one year (1 year) in Technology Transfer patent prosecution.

Remote

Performing comprehensive prior art searches to assess the patentability of PCT (Phase I) applications and prepare a written opinion on the patentability of a varied array of technologies in support of the USPTO.Analyze patent and technical literature related to cutting edge technologies (using both commercial and online databases) to find relevant references in the areas of organic chemistry, biotechnology, and others.

• Developed search strategy and conducted systematic keyword-based searches relating to patentability (novelty), and validity. Ensured comprehensive search of the most relevant prior art.• Interacted effectively with scientists and attorneys in determining the scope of searches.• Drafted informative reports that clarify and summarize search results.• Experience (1 year) in patent prosecution.• Conducted long-term patent landscape studies.• Conducted qualitative analysis of patents and patent portfolios.• Advised clients the potential provisional rights their competitors may have from pending applications.• Discussed with clients about patentability of their new inventions.Keywords: Patent, Patents, IP, Intellectual Property, IPR, Agent, Prosecution, USPTO, Search, Law, Analytical skills, Licensing. Technologies worked in: Physics, Medical Devices, Nanotechnology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biological Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Computational Science, Life Sciences, Chemical, Material Science, Pharmacology, Cancer Biology, Immunology, Virology, Microfluidic Devices, Nanoparticles, Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, and Industrial).

Remote

Perform comprehensive prior art searches to assess the patentability of PCT (Phase I) applications and prepare a written opinion on the patentability of a varied array of technologies in support of the USPTO.Analyze patent and technical literature related to cutting edge technologies (using both commercial and online databases) to find relevant references in the areas of organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, petroleum and chemical engineering.

Arlington, Texas

- Managed ~450 Life Science Portfolio from previous managers to current. - Evaluated 46 new cases and presented 33 new disclosure and patent application conversion cases to the Intellectual Property Committee. - Managed in-person meetings or teleconferences with current and potential licensees - Supervised 4 marketing interns who conducted passive marketing campaigns for technologies. - Experience (1 year) in patent prosecution. - Negotiated and executed 14 NDAs for confidential commercialization discussion; 2 - option agreements; 3 - license agreements (under supervision); 1 - Material Transfer Agreements; 8 - IIA agreements at various stages (drafting, negotiating and execution). - Developed search strategy and conducted systematic keyword-based searches relating to patentability (novelty), and validity. Ensured comprehensive search of the most relevant prior art. - Interacted effectively with scientists and attorneys in determining the scope of searches. - Drafted informative reports that clarify and summarize search results. - Conducted long-term patent landscape studies. - Conducted qualitative analysis of patents and patent portfolios. - Advised clients the potential provisional rights their competitors may have from pending applications. - Discussed with clients about patentability of their new inventions. - Monitored research and license agreements to ensure the development and commercialization of technologies. - Aided in start-up company development by helping management with primary steps.

Professor for General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry.•Creates, distributes, and reviews the course syllabus.•Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies in order to engage students, including cooperative and experiential learning.•Meets with academic department chair to develop courseware and curriculum.•Presents prepared materials and supervises organized activities.

Lubbock, Texas Area

• Completed multi-faceted project using a new subset of specialized reactions. The project used multiple areas: computational chemistry, structural and data analysis, organic synthesis, inorganic chemistry methodologies, X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy and design of innovative methodologies to report pharmaceutical intermediate findings. • Consulted and provided faculty patent analysis and guidance.• Strong technical communication and presentation skills. * Presented at 16 research conferences, instructed 12 undergraduate lab courses (~300 students), and conducted over 1100 hours of tutoring in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Genetics, Microbiology and Cancer Biology. • Designed advanced organic chemistry course curriculum with flexibility & versatility to maximize risk management, student research training and exposure to medicinal organic chemistry.• Maintained laboratory regulatory standards for risk mitigation. Risk mitigation ranged in chemical cost estimates and transactions, proper safety documentation and regulatory practices, status reports, due diligence in chemical instrumentation, inventory and risk transference to proper Environmental and Health officers.

Texas Tech Office Of Reasearch And Commercialization

Texas Tech Office of Commercialization is the University Division of Patents and Trademarks for the Texas Tech University System and Texas Tech Health Science Center.As a volunteer for almost 2 years, I was the Chemical Scientific Technical Expert in the fields of Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, and Physics. Supervisor of a small group of Patent Analysts in Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Medical Devices and Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, and Industrial). KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Effectively utilized variety of technical patents, scientific databases and open sources of Intellectual Property. Promoted, engaged and logging of invention disclosures and scientific IP strategy across disciplines in order to understand R & D financing models, created risk and return on investment projections for potential disclosures and patents, assist in invention disclosures, as well as those interested in licensing.• Reviewed technology transfer disclosures and patents in the areas of Biology, Chemistry, Medical Devices, Engineering (Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, and Industrial), Oncological Research for prior art, and infringement analysis. Mentored team members and consulted with inventors and university faculty in the Texas Tech System in the patent process. • Experience (1 year) in very basic patent prosecution.• Reviewed notes for support documentation, checked patent file histories, searched licensing, licensees and collaborators, and freedom to operate. Created and extensively researched market trends for patent market value; • Evaluated over ~60 faculty technologies, for the Texas Tech University System and Health Science Centers.

Lubbock, Texas Area

• Collaboration between Texas Tech University and Eburon Organics for diagnostic services in structure elucidation of biological, chemical and medicinal compounds. • Analyzed between 2-5 samples per week for the company, with 48-hour turn with data analysis. Consulted and performed troubleshooting on the sample, if needed.

Upward Bound is a federally funded educational TRIO program. The program provides opportunities for participants, 9th-12th grade high school students, to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits. Upward Bound serves: high school students from low-income families; and high school students from families in which neither parent holds a bachelor's degree.Lead Tutor & Contact in Physics, Chemistry, and Math for North Garland High SchoolInstructor doing enrichment sessions one Saturday per month during the academic year

Dallas/Fort Worth Area

Adjunct Professor teaching first-year Chemistry to health science majors

Teach units of instruction to students Chemistry as follows: * Meet classes as assigned, present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course, maintain accurate attendance and scholastic records of students, respond to student questions, participate in the college's assessment process, validate that learning has taken place, submit required reports Plan learning activities and use teaching methods designed for a variety of learning styles to help students achieve course outcomes. Use course text, outlines, syllabi, and other curriculum materials in accordance with college and department guidelines. Participate in communications with the college, and department. Meet response deadlines as required. Participate in professional development and in-service activities.

Project S.O.A.R., a TRIO Student Support Services program, provides a variety of academic support services to program participants to enable them to persist in college and to achieve their educational and career goals.Tutor in Developmental Math (Basic Math, Beginning Algebra, Intermediate Algebra) for Richland Community College.

Synthetically studied and derived porphyrin-based optical sensors to be used for various applications as environmental monitoring, and biomedical applications.

Student in the pilot GK-12 attempt to establish the program at Texas A&M University. Met with local high school teachers to address the issues for more students in the sciences. The project reaches students and boosts achievement and interest in math, science and engineering.

Instructed two semesters' general chemistry laboratories aiding departmental faculty and staffInstructed two semesters'organic chemistry laboratory course aiding departmental faculty and staff. Primary duties necessitate working with the Lab Instructor and Professor of Course to ensure students are adhering to proper safety requirements while learning fundamentals in Organic Chemistry.

Instructed and reinforced the ideas and aspects of science while maintaining a fun and inquisitive aspect for young school age students.

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Physical Organic Chemistry, 3.6/4.0

Activities and Societies: Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Golden Key International Honor Society Gamma Beta Phi National Honor and Service.

Master Of Science (M.S.), Organic Chemistry, 3.3/4.0

Activities and Societies: American Chemical Society- Student AffiliatesSpecialization: Physical Organic Chemistry Areas: Mechanistic.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry

Activities and Societies: NMSU Chemical Students Association Human Society VolunteerMinor: Molecular Biology / Immunology & Virology.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Chemistry

Activities and Societies: NMSU Chemical Students Association Human Society VolunteerMinor: Microbiology / Toxicology Emphasis.