Dr. James Beckett

Patent Attorney
Patents: Chemical & Life Sciences
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Overview

James completed a PhD in Organic Chemistry at the University of Queensland, focusing on the chemical synthesis of steroidal compounds. This research was applied to elucidate the function of Cytochrome P450 enzymes, and to develop steroidal inhibitors of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Having developed a keen interest in IP during his PhD studies, James undertook an internship before joining Spruson & Ferguson in January 2021 as a Patent Scientist in the Chemical/Life Sciences team. He is now a registered attorney and is developing his practice in the areas of organic chemistry and pharmaceutical inventions.


Dr. James Beckett's Insights
Pouring over patents: A look at non-alcoholic beer inventions
From a bitter and watery past has flourished a fruity and vibrant future for low and no-alcohol beers. Gone are the days when these bubbly brews were renowned for...
From a bitter and watery past has flourished a fruity and vibrant future for low and no-alcohol beers. Gone...
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