JiNan imagines innovation everywhere!

JiNan is recognized worldwide for her expertise in intellectual property (IP). As an inventor, patent attorney and prior United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) patent examiner, JiNan uniquely understands intellectual property from the industry, legal services and government perspectives. JiNan's technical background includes textiles, mechanical, chemical and electrical engineering, polymer fiber science composites and materials, biomedical devices, surgical/dental devices and applications, fiber optics, software, and pulp/paper science. Her educational background includes degrees in engineering, law and theology from NC State University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and Duke University, respectively.