Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2016-2024
Title: Andreas Richard Meijer: Innovator in Lanthanide Complex Formulations
Introduction
Andreas Richard Meijer is a prominent inventor based in Oslo, Norway. He has made significant contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly in the development of lanthanide complex formulations. With a total of 12 patents to his name, Meijer has established himself as a key figure in the innovation of contrast agents for medical imaging.
Latest Patents
One of Meijer's latest patents focuses on lanthanide complex formulations. This invention relates to a method for the removal of metal ion impurities, such as calcium, from lanthanide metal complexes of macrocyclic chelators. The method employs a scavenger resin to eliminate metal ions that are displaced from the chelator by an excess of lanthanide ions. Additionally, the patent outlines a method for preparing MRI contrast agents from the purified lanthanide metal complex by adding a defined excess chelator. Another notable patent involves chelate compounds, which are manganese (II) complexes designed for use as contrast agents in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These compounds exhibit advantageous properties compared to similar known compounds.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Meijer has worked with notable companies such as GE Healthcare AS and GE Healthcare Limited. His work in these organizations has allowed him to apply his innovative ideas in practical settings, contributing to advancements in medical imaging technology.
Collaborations