Rhea Wessel

Blue biotech is getting into its stride, as the tools of genomics and high throughput screening are applied to unlock the chemical diversity of the oceans.

Tracking goods by Radio Frequency Identification is said to be the next big market for wireless communication. But some in the field doubt the technology is mature enough.

The first of six profiles of women leading the buiness of science: Jane Royston, software founder and professor

A European through and through, Monica Beltrametti is the Vice President and Director of the Xerox Research Centre Europe.

A leading IP lawyer in Palo Alto, California

…It’s just a place women haven’t been before, says Pamela R. Contag, the president and co-founder of Xenogen Corporation.

A partner at Dewey Ballantine in the East Palo Alto office, Noemi "Nicky" Espinosa has more than 20 years of experience in intellectual property law for biotechnology and high technology clients.

Adriana Vermut leads the San Francisco office for SpaceVest, a tech transfer-focused venture fund.

Wendy A. Choi, is a partner with intellectual property law firm Woodcock Washburn, focuses on US and foreign patent prosecution, transactions and licensing.

A partner at the global intellectual property firm Sughrue Mion, Susan Pan focuses on IP rights in Asia.