Dr. Hans D. Boeters   studied chemistry and holds a PhD in metallorganic compounds from the University of Munich (LMU). Before qualifying as a German patent attorney in 1972, he practiced as an industrial chemist in the Wacker and Lonza groups in various fields such as pigment production, fireproof inorganic materials and polymers.   He has been a European patent attorney from the beginning in 1978. He is the author of several publications relating to protection of biochemical, microbiological and genetic engineering inventions.   Dr. Boeters practices in all areas of chemistry and related fields, particularly biotechnology.