Felipe Favaro de Oliveira — Physicist and Patent Engineer specialized in quantum technologies, nano-fabrication, and innovation protection in Switzerland.

“In quantum physics, a system exists in a superposition of all possible states until measured — much like the path of a patent until granting. Preparation and deep technical understanding are key to success, especially when protecting innovations in complex fields like quantum technologies.”

Felipe Favaro de Oliveira

Physicist and Patent Engineer specialized in quantum technologies, nano-fabrication, and innovation protection in Switzerland.

Felipe Favaro de Oliveira, born in 1988 in Curitiba, Brazil, is an experimental physicist with a passion for innovation and a career that bridges cutting-edge research and the commercialization of quantum technologies.

Felipe graduated in physics from the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte (UFRN) in Natal, Brazil, in 2009, where he was awarded the “Best Student Award” for the class of 2010. He went on to complete a master’s degree at UFRN, focusing on micro-magnetism (2012), a topic that sparked his lasting interest in nanotechnologies. His academic path continued with a PhD at the University of Stuttgart, Germany, in 2017, where he specialized in quantum technologies and semiconductor nano- and micro-fabrication. During this time, Felipe co-authored over 10 scientific papers, accumulating more than 1,000 citations, and made pivotal contributions to the development of diamond-based quantum sensors — advancing the field to the point where commercialization became a reality.

Beyond his technical achievements, Felipe has developed a strong expertise at the intersection of science and business. His career combines deep technical know-how in quantum sensing, material science, and device engineering with a hands-on understanding of the strategic importance of protecting innovation. In the rapidly advancing quantum sector, Felipe offers far more than a surface-level view: he has a comprehensive understanding of the complex world of quantum physics and engineering, enabling effective communication with experts and decision-makers alike. This rare blend of technical depth and business acumen allows him to help our clients navigate the intricate landscape of quantum innovation and secure their advances through patents that are both scientifically rigorous and commercially impactful.

Following his PhD, Felipe co-founded Qnami AG, a Swiss start-up that has since become a leader in the field of quantum technologies. There, he played a critical role in the business strategy and commercialization of quantum sensors and microscopes for imaging magnetic fields at the atomic scale. Felipe later joined P&TS as a Patent Engineer to further deepen his expertise in intellectual property, combine his passion for innovation and entrepreneurship, and support companies and entrepreneurs in protecting their cutting-edge technologies.

Outside of his professional life, Felipe is a gearhead who enjoys riding, fixing, and tinkering with cars and motorcycles. He also spends quality time with his family, camping and exploring mountain bike trails together.

Languages: Portugues, English and German.