AI / Machine Learning
Zoonoticus
Indian Patent Application No. 202511116320 · Computational Biology and Chemistry, Dec 2025
A machine learning tool for zoonotic potential and antimicrobial-resistance (AMR) risk prediction.
Chartered Scientist · RTTP · Registered Indian Patent Agent
Dr. Umeshkumar KU
Co-Founder of Patentshala Pvt. Ltd.
Translating scientific research into protected intellectual property, commercial opportunities, and real-world societal impact.
Kochi, Kerala, India7+ years in IP & research commercialization
- 500+
- IP Filings Managed
- 200+
- Patent Prosecutions
- 100+
- Patent Hearings
- 70%
- Grant Success Rate
Executive Profile
Bridging science, law, and commercialization
Registered Technology Transfer Professional (RTTP), Chartered Scientist (CSci), Registered Indian Patent Agent, and Computational Biologist with over 7 years of experience in intellectual property management, technology transfer, research commercialization, and innovation ecosystem development. Proven track record of managing and contributing to 500+ intellectual property filings, prosecuting 200+ IP matters, participating in 100+ patent hearings, and supporting institutional patent portfolios with an approximately 70% grant success rate.
Recognised for translating scientific research into protected intellectual property, commercial opportunities, innovative products, and real-world societal impact through technology transfer and strategic innovation management.
- Co-Founder of Patentshala Pvt. Ltd.
- Chartered Scientist (CSci), Science Council (UK)
- Registered Indian Patent Agent (IN/PA 3226)
- Registered Technology Transfer Professional (RTTP)
- Author of two books on healthcare, innovation, and intellectual property
- Mentor with WE Hub Telangana, the Global Mentorship Initiative (GMI), and startup ecosystem initiatives
- Published five peer-reviewed research papers in Web of Science-indexed journals
- Developer of AI-driven biotechnology and genomic analysis platforms
- Indian Patent Holder (Patent No. 459501)
Experience
A career built across IP practice and academia
From patent analytics to leading university-wide IP portfolios, prosecuting matters and mentoring innovators.
Present
India
Co-Founder
Patentshala Pvt. Ltd.- Co-founded Patentshala to make intellectual property protection accessible to innovators, researchers, startups, and institutions across India.
- Driving IP awareness, patent drafting and prosecution services, and technology-transfer advisory through a technology-enabled platform.
06/2025 – Present
Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
Intellectual Property Manager
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU)
- Serving as IP Manager, Secretary of the IPR Cell, member of the R&D Cell, Innovation Ambassador, and Advisory Board Member of the TMU BIC Incubation Centre.
- Leading university-wide patent portfolio management — drafting, filing, prosecution, and strategic IP support — with 50+ IP filings independently managed annually.
- Spearheading institutional IP policy implementation and innovation initiatives aligned with NAAC, NIRF, IIC, and startup ecosystem development.
11/2022 – 06/2025
Solan, Himachal Pradesh
Patent Agent
Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences
- Trained and developed an in-house patent filing team, accelerating the university's innovation and patent filing pipeline.
- Filed over 300 patent applications as a Registered Patent Agent, overseeing drafting, filing, prosecution, and grant.
- Drove patent prosecution strategy, growing granted patents from 2 to over 150 by leading hearings and managing responses before the Patent Office.
06/2021 – 10/2022
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Patent Associate
Gnanlex Associates LLP
- Conducted comprehensive patent searches across diverse biotechnology domains.
- Drafted and prosecuted biotechnology and life-science patent applications.
07/2019 – 05/2021
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Junior Patent Analyst
Maxval IP Services Private Limited
- Conducted patentability, freedom-to-operate (FTO), and competitive intelligence analyses.
- Monitored patent alerts and technology landscapes, delivering strategic insights for R&D direction and legal decision-making for top international clients.
11/2017 – 06/2018
Kochi, Kerala
Research Associate Trainee
MedGenome Labs Ltd
- Performed DNA isolation, PCR amplification, and clinical sample processing.
- Managed sample documentation and laboratory workflow coordination.
Research & Innovation
Patents, platforms & point-of-care diagnostics
Selected projects spanning AI-driven genomics, antimicrobial resistance, and low-cost diagnostic tools — several protected through Indian patent filings.
Genomics
ZoonomiX
Current Biotechnology (Bentham Science), Nov 2025
A workflow for genome-wide detection of pathogenicity genes and AMR markers.
Diagnostics
JalQR — Water Quality Scanner
Provisional Indian Patent Application No. 202641020460
A low-cost, portable diagnostic card integrating QR-pattern recognition with microfluidic sensing for rapid, point-of-use liquid quality assessment.
Diagnostics
ResiScan QR
Provisional Indian Patent Application No. 202641001175
A low-cost, portable screening tool enabling quick identification of resistant strains to support targeted antimicrobial therapy.
Diagnostics
Phugicheck Scanner
Provisional Indian Patent Application No. 202641011965
A QR-strip platform for fungal pathogens enabling rapid differentiation between fungal and bacterial infections, supporting class-wise antifungal susceptibility assessment at the point of care.
Granted Patent
Thermostable Protease Food Supplement
Indian Patent No. 459501
A heat-stable protease-based formulation to enhance protein digestion and bioavailability in nutritional supplements, suitable for functional foods and nutraceutical applications.
Speaking & Recognition
On stage, in the field
Keynotes, guest lectures, and honours across universities and innovation festivals — championing intellectual property, entrepreneurship, and research commercialization.
Honoured at the 1st Convocation
Nirwan University, Jaipur
Letter of Appreciation, Innovation Festival
Temi Innovation Festival, Govt. of Sikkim
Guest lecture on IP & innovation
UC College
IPR Basics for Innovators & Entrepreneurs
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU)
Session on the economics of patent filing
Innovator workshop
Pharma, Biosimilars & Generics: Patents Meet Innovation
Invited talk
Core Expertise
Where deep science meets IP strategy
Intellectual Property
- Patentability Analysis
- Patent Drafting
- Patent Prosecution & Hearings
- Freedom to Operate (FTO)
- IP Portfolio Management
- Technology Transfer
Technology Transfer
- Licensing Support
- Ecosystem Development
- Research Commercialization
- Industry Collaboration
- Commercialization Strategy
Computational Biology & AI
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Machine Learning
- Genomic Risk Modeling
- Zoonotic Threat Prediction
- Genome Mining
- In Silico Drug Discovery
Leadership
- Innovation Ecosystem Development
- Institutional Capacity Building
- Strategic Planning
- Research Management
- Public Speaking
Professional Credentials
Chartered Scientist (CSci)
UK's Science Council
RTTP
Registered Technology Transfer Professional
Indian Patent Agent
Registered (IN/PA 3226)
CLP Associate
Certified Licensing Professional (ID 3411)
SIPP Facilitator
Startup India IP Protection Facilitator
INDOCERT Certification
ISO 22000:2005
Education
Academic foundation across biotech & IP
Ph.D. in Biotechnology
Nirwan University
Thesis: Mutability in the Pasteurellaceae Family: Emergence and Evolution
01/2022 – 09/2025
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Advanced Diploma in Drug Regulatory Affairs
Jamia Hamdard University (Ongoing)
Ongoing
New Delhi, Delhi
PG Diploma in Intellectual Property
Annamalai University
06/2020 – 06/2021
Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu
M.Sc. Biotechnology
Mahatma Gandhi University
Thesis: Rhizoremediation of Plastic by Colocasia esculenta
09/2015 – 05/2017
Kottayam, Kerala
B.Sc. Botany
Mahatma Gandhi University
Thesis: A Study of Selected Thallophytes of Maharaja's College Campus
06/2012 – 05/2015
Kottayam, Kerala
Authored Books
Writing on healthcare & innovation policy
Two books exploring antimicrobial responsibility and the realities of India's innovation ecosystem.
Doctor, Just Give Me a Strong Medicine — One Tablet Today... No Medicine Tomorrow
ISBN: 979-8903303045
India's Innovation Illusion — The Jugaad Trap
ISBN: 979-8196602153
Languages
Languages
- EnglishNative
- MalayalamNative
- HindiProficient
- TamilIntermediate