Dave Hofman
Attorney, specializing in nanotechnology patenting
Haynes & Boone

Educational path
BS, Mechanical Engineering (University of Houston)
JD (University of Houston)

Special training for nanotechnology
Since I started specializing in nanotech patenting, I've worked with many nanotechnology clients.

Tips/Advice to jumpstart a career in nanotechnology
Keep up with the latest in nanotechnology by attending meetings and conventions such as the Metroplex Technology Business Council, which have Nanotechology focus group meetings. Also attend the Texas Nanotechnology initiative bi-monthly meetings.

Why did you choose the field of nanotechnology?
I heard about it on a technology talk show and became interested in it. I then spent several days researching nanotechnology on the internet. After that I was just enthralled with it. I contacted one of the local nanotech companies to inquire about employment and no positions were available at the time. And then two years later, after not getting to do any nanotech work, an opportunity came up with that same company. They came to my firm seeking nanotechnology patent assistance, and since then I've been doing lots of nanotech work.

Q. What is it like to work in nanotechnology?
A. Very exciting and interesting.