Ana Isabel Sanz Molinero

This inventor holds 26 USPTO granted patents and 22 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 25 EPO patents, primarily in Plant Genetic Engineering. Top assignees: Cropdesign N.v., Basf Plant Science Gmbh, Basf Plant Science Company Gmbh. Active years: 2008-2017.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ana Isabel Sanz Molinero. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ana-isabel-sanz-molinero

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 (Patent Applications = 22)

% Patents Active = 3.8

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 8)

EPO Patents = 25 (Patent Applications = 53)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.1

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 68(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Gentbrugge, BE (2008 - 2017)
Madrid, ES (2015 - 2017)

Company Filing History:

Basf Plant Science Gmbh

patents

4 out of 106

Basf Plant Science Company Gmbh

patents

4. 2 out of 478

Consejo Superior De Investigaciones Cientificas

patents

5. 1 out of 5

Crop Functional Genomics Center

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2008-2017

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Areas of Expertise:

Yield Enhancement

Growth-Regulating Factor

Transgenic Plants

Abiotic Stress Resistance

RNA Binding Proteins

TFL1-like Protein

Environmental Stress

TCP Polypeptide

26 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9683023 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2017-06-20),

2. 9617557 - Plants having increased yield-related traits by expressing a growth-regulating factor (GRF) polypeptide and method for making the same (2017-04-11),

3. 9428763 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2016-08-30),

4. 9428761 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2016-08-30),

5. 9388423 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2016-07-12),

6. 9175303 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2015-11-03),

7. 9157092 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2015-10-13),

8. 8853492 - Plants having improved growth characteristics and a method for making the same (2014-10-07),

9. 8802928 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and/or increased abiotic stress resistance, and a method for making the same (2014-08-12),

10. 8748699 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same by overexpressing a polynucleotide encoding a TFL1-like protein (2014-06-10),

11. 8697948 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2014-04-15),

12. 8686221 - Plants having improved growth characteristics under reduced nutrient availability and a method for making the same (2014-04-01),

13. 8575421 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2013-11-05),

14. 8569575 - Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same (2013-10-29),

15. 8487160 - Plants having improved growth characteristics and methods for making the same (2013-07-16),

Title: Innovations in Plant Yield Enhancement by Ana Isabel Sanz Molinero

Introduction

Ana Isabel Sanz Molinero is a notable inventor residing in Gentbrugge, Belgium. With an impressive portfolio, she holds 26 patents that contribute significantly to the field of molecular biology and plant science. Her work focuses on enhancing yield-related traits in plants, making her a key figure in agricultural innovation.

Latest Patents

Among her latest patents, Sanz Molinero has developed two groundbreaking inventions. The first is titled "Plants having enhanced yield-related traits and a method for making the same." This invention details a method for improving yield-related traits in plants by modulating the expression of specific nucleic acids, including those encoding eRF1 polypeptides, SCAMP-like polypeptides, PLATZ polypeptides, PLST-like polypeptides, and Glomalin polypeptides. The resulting plants exhibit enhanced yield-related traits compared to wild type or other control plants.

The second invention is titled "Plants having increased yield-related traits by expressing a growth-regulating factor (GRF) polypeptide and method for making the same." This patent presents a method for boosting plant yield-related traits through the increased expression of nucleic acids encoding GRF polypeptides. These advancements ensure that plants developed through her methods demonstrate superior growth compared to control plants.

Career Highlights

Ana Isabel Sanz Molinero has made significant contributions to plant sciences, particularly through her associations with renowned companies. She has worked with CropDesign N.V. and BASF Plant Science GmbH, where her research and innovations have gained recognition throughout the industry.

Collaborations

Throughout her career, Sanz Molinero has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Christophe Reuzeau and Valerie Frankard. Their teamwork has undoubtedly played a role in advancing the research and practical applications of her inventions.

Conclusion

Ana Isabel Sanz Molinero's contributions to molecular biology and plant yield enhancement through her patents mark her as an influential inventor in the agricultural sector. Her innovative methods have the potential to significantly impact food production and agricultural sustainability, showcasing the importance of research and development in addressing global challenges.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.