Will McClain

Will McClain, Ph.D., is an accomplished researcher and patent professional currently serving as an R&D Scientist, Patent Agent, and Technical Grant Writer at Brimstone since August 2023. Prior to this role, McClain worked as a Primary Patent Examiner at the USPTO from October 2014 to August 2023, where expertise in patent prosecution, search, and analysis was developed. McClain possesses in-depth knowledge of current research trends and the patent landscape in various fields, including photovoltaics, thermoelectrics, organic light-emitting diodes, and batteries. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Princeton University, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry and Physics from Williams College, alongside substantial research experience in surface chemistry and thin-film technologies.