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Trevor Franklin
Trevor Franklin is a Technical Specialist at Kubota & Basol LLP with a background in Astrophysics and Computer Science. His practice includes patent application drafting, analysis of patents and non-patent literature, and responding to office actions in technical fields such as computer science, renewable energy, autonomous drone technology, and computer hardware. Trevor draws on his previous experience at a large intellectual property boutique.
Prior to becoming a Technical Specialist, Trevor was a Research Fellow at the University of Michigan’s Technology Transfer Department. There, he focused on patentability searches, conducting invention disclosures, and providing marketing strategies for commercializing intellectual property.
Trevor earned his Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics with a minor in Computational Mathematics, Computer Science, and Engineering from Michigan State University in 2020. During his time at MSU, he worked at the Michigan State University Observatory as an undergraduate researcher, performing system maintenance for a 24-inch reflecting telescope, conducting photometry analysis, and directing observation nights for the public.
In his spare time, Trevor enjoys rock climbing, attending concerts, and mountain biking.
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Astrophysics
Michigan State University - 2020
- Patent Prosecution
- Computer Science
Matching Process System and Method
(US 8,566,327)
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The world's first dating app patent is my favorite because it revolutionized how people seek relationships, bringing dating into the digital age and reshaping social norms. By making it easier to connect with others beyond traditional settings, it has expanded opportunities for love and companionship across different cultures and lifestyles. However, while it has simplified meeting new people, it has also introduced challenges such as decision fatigue and the pressure of maintaining an online persona. Despite its drawbacks, this patent laid the foundation for a global shift in how relationships are formed and sustained in the modern world.