Daniel Podgorski

Daniel Podgorski is a Patent Agent with extensive experience in the field of chemistry and patent prosecution. Currently employed at Crinetics Pharmaceuticals since October 2022, Daniel previously worked as a Patent Agent at Venable LLP from February 2020 to October 2022, specializing in chemistry-related subjects. Prior to these roles, Daniel served as a Primary Patent Examiner at the USPTO from November 2012 to February 2020, examining patent applications in pharmacology and chemistry within Art Unit 1628. Daniel's academic background includes a Master of Arts in Organic Chemistry from Boston University and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Illinois Wesleyan University. Research experience includes work as a graduate student under Professor John A. at Boston University and as a research assistant focusing on green chemistry with Professor Ram S. at Illinois Wesleyan University. Additional experience includes tutoring and an internship at Fresh Express, contributing to the development of GMP policy.