Professionals / Patent Agent & Scientific Advisor
Patent prosecution. Technical evidence. Scientific perspective.
Robert M. Layne, Ph.D., is a U.S. patent agent and scientific advisor whose work connects patent prosecution, technical analysis, and reproducible research. He brings a Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology and experience across life sciences, semiconductor technologies, software, and wireless systems.
His professional experience includes patent drafting and prosecution, infringement and invalidity claim charts, Android reverse engineering, and preparation of technical materials for supervising experts and litigation counsel. His work emphasizes source traceability, clear methods, and precise communication between technical and legal teams.
Before entering patent practice, Dr. Layne conducted neuroscience research at the University of Maryland and Michigan Medicine. His research background includes electrophysiology, neuronal circuit mapping, experimental design, and computational analysis.
Selected positions from Robert M. Layne, Ph.D.’s professional record. Prior organizations are listed as career history.
Patent Agent & Scientific Advisor
Senior Consultant
Scientific Advisor
Technology Specialist
Postdoctoral Associate
Postdoctoral Associate
AI & technology · Article
An article examining IP, privacy, explainability, and accountability questions associated with deploying machine-learning models. Published in 2024; read in its original context.
Scientific research · Research paper
Collaborative neuroscience research on pathways linking retinal input to mood and learning.
Scientific research · Research paper
Research examining sensory integration and the modulation of nociceptive behavior.