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Northbrook, IL, United States of America

Nanosphere, Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 62

% Expired Patents = 19.4



Trademarks = 2

Forward Citations = 3,034

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41 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Chad A Mirkin (42 out of 168 patents)

silverMedal Robert L Letsinger (37 out of 51 patents)

bronzeMedal James J Storhoff (35 out of 36 patents)

4.  Robert C Mucic (33 out of 48 patents)

5.  Robert Elghanian (33 out of 43 patents)

6.  Thomas Andrew Taton (30 out of 30 patents)

7.  Viswanadham Garimella (9 out of 10 patents)

8.  Tom Westberg (7 out of 45 patents)

9.  Tim Patno (6 out of 6 patents)

10.  So-Jung Park (5 out of 8 patents)

11.  Yasmith Bernal (5 out of 5 patents)

12.  William Henry Cork, Iii (5 out of 55 patents)

13.  Mark C Weber (4 out of 11 patents)

14.  Rongchao Jin (3 out of 10 patents)

15.  Christian Kronshage (3 out of 3 patents)


Core Competencies:
Nanoparticles
Oligonucleotides
Diagnostic Cartridges
Nucleic Acids
Bioconjugates
DNA Detection
Polymer Shells
Imaging Systems
Hybridization Devices
Anticancer Agents
Sample Processing
Core Shell

62 patents:

1. 11130137 - Diagnostic cartridges having flexible seals (2021-09-28),
2. 9827567 - Diagnostic cartridges having flexible seals (2017-11-28),
3. 8323888 - Nanoparticles having oligonucleotides attached thereto and uses therefor (2012-12-04),
4. 7888107 - System using self-contained processing module for detecting nucleic acids (2011-02-15),
5. 7773790 - Method for detecting the presence of a target analyte in a test spot (2010-08-10),
6. 7695952 - Disposable sample processing module for detecting nucleic acids (2010-04-13),
7. 7687437 - Method for immobilizing molecules onto surfaces (2010-03-30),
8. 7625746 - Method of denaturing and fragmenting DNA or RNA using ultrasound (2009-12-01),
9. D587110 - Combined tray and shipping container (2009-02-24),
10. 7485470 - Method for attachment of silylated molecules to glass surfaces (2009-02-03),
11. 7485469 - Method for attachment of silylated molecules to glass surfaces (2009-02-03),
12. 7482173 - Method for attachment of silylated molecules to glass surfaces (2009-01-27),
13. 7476550 - Method for attachment of silylated molecules to glass surfaces (2009-01-13),
14. 7396677 - Method of preparing nucleic acids for detection (2008-07-08),
15. 7297553 - Method for attachment of silylated molecules to glass surfaces (2007-11-20),
Company Overview
Nanosphere, Inc., based in Northbrook, Illinois, specializes in advanced nanoparticle technology, focusing on the development of innovative diagnostic solutions. The company is known for its expertise in oligonucleotides, bioconjugates, and DNA detection, which are integral to its diagnostic cartridges and imaging systems. By leveraging cutting-edge research in nucleic acids and polymer shells, Nanosphere aims to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of molecular diagnostics, contributing significantly to the field of personalized medicine.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

Nanosphere, Inc. USPTO Patent Assignee Logo
62 Patents

#3 in Northbrook, IL

#324 in Illinois

#5,845 in US

#11,768 in the World

Northbrook, IL (US)
Northbrook, IL, United States of America

Nanosphere, Inc.

Forward Citations = 3,034

41 inventors:

goldMedal Chad A Mirkin (42 out of 168 patents)

silverMedal Robert L Letsinger (37 out of 51 patents)

bronzeMedal James J Storhoff (35 out of 36 patents)

4.  Robert C Mucic (33 out of 48 patents)

5.  Robert Elghanian (33 out of 43 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Nanosphere, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/nanosphere

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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