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San Diego, CA, United States of America

Gen-Probe, Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 840

% Expired Patents = 10.8



Trademarks = 19

Forward Citations = 14,950

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362 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Byron J Knight (90 out of 91 patents)

silverMedal David Opalsky (88 out of 96 patents)

bronzeMedal David A Buse (83 out of 85 patents)

4.  Norbert D Hagen (74 out of 80 patents)

5.  Daniel L Kacian (68 out of 69 patents)

6.  Michael McClellan Becker (63 out of 68 patents)

7.  James John Hogan (63 out of 69 patents)

8.  Norman C Nelson (62 out of 72 patents)

9.  Steven T Brentano (52 out of 56 patents)

10.  Rolf Silbert (42 out of 43 patents)

11.  Jeffrey M Linnen (42 out of 46 patents)

12.  Jennifer Jill Bungo (38 out of 38 patents)

13.  Sherrol Hoffa McDonough (36 out of 37 patents)

14.  Damon Kittredge Getman (32 out of 33 patents)

15.  Mehrdad R Majlessi (31 out of 32 patents)


Core Competencies:
Nucleic Acid Detection
Lab Automation
Fluid Handling
Sample Preparation
Biochip Technology
Optical Signal Detection
Receptacle Transport
Thermal Cycling
Virus Detection
Amplification Methods
Analytical Systems
Reagent Management

840 patents:

1. 12736552 - Gripper apparatus with reduced contamination risk (2026-09-15),
2. 12735744 - Compositions and Methods for Detecting C1orf43 Nucleic Acid (2026-09-15),
3. 12735737 - Far-Red Dye Probe Formulations (2026-09-15),
4. 12716088 - Method and system for performing a cumulative nucleic acid amplification reaction (2026-08-25),
5. 12709479 - SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EFFICIENTLY TRANSFERRING RECEPTACLES OUT OF A RECEPTACLE STORAGE AREA (2026-08-18),
6. 12699111 - Automated sample handling instrumentation, systems, processes, and methods (2026-08-04),
7. 12699109 - Automated processing of samples carried in sample containers and grouping sample containers according to assays to be performed on samples contained therein (2026-08-04),
8. 12692557 - KIT FOR DETECTING CANDIDA SPECIES (2026-07-28),
9. 12656365 - Receptacle transport system for an analytical system (2026-06-16),
10. 12656364 - Receptacle transport system for an analytical system (2026-06-16),
11. 12655486 - COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING PLASMODIUM SPECIES NUCLEIC ACID (2026-06-16),
12. 12649950 - COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DETECTION OF VIRAL PATHOGENS IN SAMPLES (2026-06-09),
13. 12643107 - Method of loading consumables into a sample processing instrument (2026-06-02),
14. 12630891 - Compositions and Methods for Detecting or Quantifying Hepatitis B Virus (2026-05-19),
15. D1125589 - Laboratory instrument (2026-05-05),
Gen-Probe, Inc., based in San Diego, CA, specializes in nucleic acid detection technologies that are pivotal in molecular diagnostics. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions for laboratory automation, fluid handling, and sample preparation, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of testing processes. With expertise in biochip technology and optical signal detection, Gen-Probe plays a significant role in advancing diagnostic capabilities, particularly in the fields of infectious disease and genetic testing.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

Gen-Probe, Inc.
840 Patents

#6 in San Diego, CA

#147 in California

#610 in US

#1,200 in the World

San Diego, CA (US)
San Diego, CA, United States of America

Gen-Probe, Inc.

Forward Citations = 14,950

362 inventors:

goldMedal Byron J Knight (90 out of 91 patents)

silverMedal David Opalsky (88 out of 96 patents)

bronzeMedal David A Buse (83 out of 85 patents)

4.  Norbert D Hagen (74 out of 80 patents)

5.  Daniel L Kacian (68 out of 69 patents)

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