My Background and Focus

Claire drafts and prosecutes patents in a broad range of technologies, including biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmaceuticals, microbiology, biology, molecular biology, bioremediation, bioinformatics, biological wastewater treatment and other “green” technologies. Claire also has expertise in the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations, particularly on issues relating to patent claim eligibility for listing patents and issues relating to the Patented Medicines Price Review Board.

Claire’s experience in the fields of scientific research revolves around projects relating to bacterial DNA repair, chromatin remodelling, transcriptional regulation and myogenesis. The latter project specifically included analyzing the changes to histone modifications that occur during muscle differentiation and the role of ATP-dependent chromatin remodelling motors in myogenesis.

Her expertise extends to a variety of scientific techniques, including a wide range of molecular biology, gene arrays, transcriptional assays and cell culture techniques.

Claire is a registered patent agent in Canada and has limited recognition to represent Canadians in patent matters before the USPTO. Her practice also extends to assisting in patent litigation matters.

In her spare time, Claire is an avid year-round cyclist who enjoys exploring the world on her bike.

Education

  • Ph.D. (Molecular Biology) – McMaster University
  • M.Sc. (Microbiology) – McMaster University
  • Hon. B.Sc. (Biology) – McMaster University

Professional Designations

  • Registered Canadian Patent Agent

Professional Affiliations

  • College of Patent Agents and Trademark Agents (CPATA)
  • Intellectual Property Institute of Canada (IPIC)

Industries

  • Agricultural Sciences
  • Alternative Energy & Cleantech
  • Biotechnology & Pharma
  • Cannabis & Psychedelics
  • Chemistry
  • Consumer Products & Retail
  • Fashion, Cosmetics & Luxury Goods
  • Hospitality, Food & Beverage
  • Mechanical, Manufacturing & Machinery
  • Medical Devices

Conferences

February 26, 2025

Access to Innovation

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MBMers in Attendance

Seminars

March 20, 2025

Leaders Creating a Sustainable World Seminar

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Conferences

May 6-8, 2025

AUTM Canadian Region Meeting

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