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Is Quantum the next big thing? “IP in 5” video series

In the “IP in 5” video series, MBHB Partners Aaron Gin and Andrew Velzen discuss IP-related challenges facing innovators in the quantum space.

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About the Authors

Aaron V. Gin

With deep expertise in electrical engineering and computer science, Aaron Gin, Ph.D., helps clients secure intellectual property rights for their innovative technologies. Dr. Gin prepares and prosecutes U.S. and foreign applications for patents and trademarks. He also advises clients on patent validity, infringement, and patentability.

Andrew H. Velzen

Andrew H. Velzen prepares and prosecutes patents for clients in the electrical, mechanical and materials, software, and telecommunications industries. Mr. Velzen draws on his academic background in electrical engineering to counsel and support clients on intellectual property matters related to a variety of technologies, including: Semiconductor design and fabrication, nanotechnology, electromagnetics, optics, photonics, batteries, cameras, light detection and ranging (LIDAR), quantum computing, machine learning/artificial intelligence

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