Tim Diao
Trainee Patent Attorney
Europe
Manchester
Tim joined Marks & Clerk in 2023 as a trainee patent attorney based in the Manchester office. Tim holds a first class degree in MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Imperial College London.
During his studies, Tim specialised in digital circuits and hardware verification. His final year research project focused on improving processor verification efficiency using Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). Currently, he is working towards becoming a fully qualified patent attorney in the software and electronics practice.
Languages
- 中文 (普通话) (Mandarin)
- English
Qualifications
MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Imperial College London (2023)
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