Dr Lyn Chan
Associate
Patent Attorney
Areas of Expertise/Sector
PatentsPatent Drafting, Filing & ProsecutionPlant Variety RightsBiotechnologyUniversities & Research InstitutionsLyn is a registered patent attorney specialising in patent drafting, prosecution, and IP strategy across a broad spectrum of biotechnology innovations—including molecular and cell-based therapies, vaccines, diagnostics, synthetic biology, genetically modified organisms and plants, food tech, and bio-recycling.
She has a strong track record advising corporate, academic, and startup clients, helping them navigate complex IP considerations and maximise the commercial potential of their technology. She enjoys guiding early stage-ventures build IP strategies that are aligned with their business goals and position them for growth in both domestic and international markets.
Prior to joining DCC, Lyn completed a PhD in molecular genomics and cell biology at the University of Melbourne, followed by postdoctoral research at Monash University focused on stem cell genomic integrity and molecular drivers of ALT cancers. Her deep scientific expertise underpins her commercially focused approach to IP, making her a valuable partner to founders and investors operating at the cutting edge of biotech.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Biomedical Science, University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Science (Hons), University of Melbourne
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Melbourne
Masters of Intellectual Property Law, University of Melbourne
Awards
International Postgraduate Research Scholarship
Melbourne International Research Scholarship
Postgraduate Overseas Research Experience Scholarship