The American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2022 meeting is a premier conference organized by the ACS, dedicated to advancing the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners. This hybrid event took place from August 21 to 25, 2022, both virtually and at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois.
A key session titled "Patent Subject Matter Eligibility in the Life Sciences Space" was presented by Finnegan attorneys Kenneth Guerra, Sara Leiman, Megan Meyers, Shannon Patrick, and Jeffrey Smyth. This session addressed critical issues surrounding patent applications in the life sciences sector, focusing on subject matter eligibility and the challenges associated with patenting innovations in this field.
The conference featured a diverse range of sessions covering various topics pertinent to the chemical sciences, including recent developments in trade secret law, USPTO patent practices, and case law affecting freedom-to-operate analyses. Attendees had the opportunity to engage in networking events, explore an extensive expo hall showcasing the latest industry advancements, and hear from notable speakers leading discussions on cutting-edge research and industry trends.
Professionals in the chemical and life sciences industries, including researchers, patent attorneys, and industry leaders, were encouraged to attend to stay abreast of the latest developments, gain insights into intellectual property challenges, and connect with peers and experts in the field.
Speakers(12)
Barry Trost
Professor at Stanford University
Barry Trost is a Professor at Stanford University, renowned for his work on atom economy in total synthesis.
Burkhard Koenig
Professor at University of Regensburg
Burkhard Koenig is a Professor at the University of Regensburg, specializing in simplifying (het)arene cross–coupling reactions with nickel and visible light.
Dean Toste
Professor at University of California, Berkeley
Dean Toste is a Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, known for his work on concepts and catalysts for selective reactions.
Jeffrey D. Smyth
Partner at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP
Jeffrey D. Smyth is a Partner at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP, focusing on patent subject matter eligibility in the life sciences space.
Josh W. Kurutz
Research Scientist at Northwestern University
Josh W. Kurutz is a Research Scientist at Northwestern University, presenting on photographic insights into Gibbs Medal ceremonies.
Kami Hull
Associate Professor at University of Texas at Austin
Kami Hull is an Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in transition metal-catalyzed amination reactions.
Kenneth S. Guerra
Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP
Kenneth S. Guerra is an Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP, presenting on patent subject matter eligibility in the life sciences space.
Margaret Faul
Vice President at Amgen Inc.
Margaret Faul is the Vice President at Amgen Inc., focusing on technology development to enable the advancement of novel therapeutics.
Megan L. Meyers
Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP
Megan L. Meyers is an Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP, specializing in patent subject matter eligibility in the life sciences space.
Sara A. Leiman, Ph.D.
Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP
Sara A. Leiman, Ph.D., is an Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP, focusing on patent subject matter eligibility in the life sciences space.
Shannon M. Patrick
Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP
Shannon M. Patrick is an Associate at Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP, presenting on patent subject matter eligibility in the life sciences space.
Tobias Ritter
Director at Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung
Tobias Ritter is the Director at the Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung, focusing on late-stage functionalizations in chemical research.
Event Details
- Date
- August 21-25, 2022
- 5 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States
- McCormick Place Convention Center
- Audience
- Professionals in the chemical and life sciences industries, including researchers, patent attorneys, and industry leaders.