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St. Petersburg, FL, United States of America

Akiko Tanaka

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Tampa Bay Research Institute. Active years: 1994-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Akiko Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/akiko-tanaka-2ok6wkf7

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 

% Patents Active = 53.8


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 17(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Clearwater, FL (US) (1994 - 1997)
  • St. Petersburg, FL (US) (2004 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 13 
 
Tampa Bay Research Institute
 patents

Years Active: 1994-2026

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13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12766126 - Method of Use for Benzofuran Compounds (2026-10-20),
2. 9211326 - Method of enhancing the proliferative phase of a primary T cell response (2015-12-15),
3. 8182846 - Plant extracts and uses thereof (2012-05-22),
4. 7838052 - Pine cone extracts and uses thereof (2010-11-23),
5. 7838046 - Plant extracts and uses thereof (2010-11-23),
6. 7371417 - Pine cone extracts and uses thereof (2008-05-13),
7. 7338676 - Pine cone extracts and uses thereof (2008-03-04),
8. 6866875 - Pine cone extracts and uses thereof (2005-03-15),
9. 6703053 - Anti-HSV agent for inhibiting replication of HSV-1 and HSV-2 and method of producing a substance having anti-HSV activity (2004-03-09),
10. 5643881 - Protein having anti-HIV activity and method for obtaining it (1997-07-01),
11. 5480782 - Process for obtaining cellular protein having anti-HIV activity (1996-01-02),
12. 5346988 - Process for obtaining cellular protein having anti-HIV activity (1994-09-13),
13. 5346695 - Methods of inhibiting HIV replication in vitro using polymers of (1994-09-13),

Title: Akiko Tanaka: Innovator in Immunology

Introduction

Akiko Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in St. Petersburg, FL (US). She has made significant contributions to the field of immunology, holding a total of 13 patents. Her work focuses on enhancing immune responses through innovative methods and plant extracts.

Latest Patents

One of her latest patents is titled "Method of enhancing the proliferative phase of a primary T cell response." This patent discloses an alkaline extract of shredded pinecones that yields a polyphenylpropanoid polysaccharide complex (PPC). This complex functions as an orally active immune adjuvant, boosting the number of antigen-specific memory CD8+ T cells generated in response to various vaccine types, including DNA, protein, and dendritic cell vaccines. The oral PPC has the potential to enhance the T cell response generated by prophylactic and therapeutic vaccines designed to target a cellular response. Another notable patent is "Plant extracts and uses thereof," which describes methods for preparing plant extracts using alkaline agents, along with their compositions and applications.

Career Highlights

Throughout her career, Akiko has worked with notable organizations, including the Tampa Bay Research Institute. Her innovative research has positioned her as a key figure in the development of immune-enhancing technologies.

Collaborations

Akiko has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as William Guy Bradley and Meihan Nonoyama, contributing to her impactful research in immunology.

Conclusion

Akiko Tanaka's work exemplifies the intersection of innovation and science, particularly in the field of immunology. Her patents and research continue to pave the way for advancements in vaccine technology and immune response enhancement.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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