Chris Vindurampulle

Dr Chris Vindurampulle is a distinguished Principal and a registered Australian and New Zealand patent and trade marks attorney based in Melbourne. He is recognised for his exceptional expertise in intellectual property, having earned accolades from IAM Patent 1000, WIPR, and Managing IP as a notable practitioner. Chris is proficient in strategic patent protection and enforcement, adept in freedom-to-operate analyses, due diligence, opinions, and extensions of term. His capabilities extend to drafting, filing, prosecution, and opposition, alongside significant experience in trade mark rights protection and enforcement on a global scale. With an expansive technical background, Chris's knowledge spans agri-technology, food technology, and biotechnology. His expertise is particularly prominent in biopharma, diagnostics, and medical devices, while also encompassing hydrocarbon refining and advanced metal manufacturing techniques. Holding a PhD, Chris's early research centred on epitopic suppression, leading to advancements in vaccine technologies—efforts that underscore his commitment to innovation and the protection of intellectual capital. Dr Vindurampulle actively supports the research and start-up ecosystem, offering education and mentorship on IP strategy, protection, and commercialisation. His academic credentials include a Masters of Commercial Law from the University of Melbourne, a Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology and Immunology from the University of Adelaide, and a Bachelor of Science (Hons) from the same institution. Chris’s distinguished career and his dedication to intellectual property render him a valuable ally in navigating the complexities of IP law.