Andrew Alan Farmer

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 (Patent Applications = 14)

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 7)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.2

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 156(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Mountain View, CA (US) (2002 - 2021)
Encinitas, CA (US) (2023)
Los Altos, CA (US) (2017 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Clontech Laboratories, Inc.

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2002-2025

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26 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12454721 - Template switch-based methods for producing a product nucleic acid (2025-10-28),

2. 12319934 - Protein enriched microvesicles and methods of making and using the same (2025-06-03),

3. 12065644 - Methods of preparing nucleic acid libraries and compositions and kits for practicing the same (2024-08-20),

4. 11884963 - Methods of depleting a target molecule from an initial collection of nucleic acids, and compositions and kits for practicing the same (2024-01-30),

5. 11796835 - Interchangeable eyewear system (2023-10-24),

6. 11643635 - Protein enriched microvesicles and methods of making and using the same (2023-05-09),

7. 11479806 - Methods of producing amplified double stranded deoxyribonucleic acids and compositions and kits for use therein (2022-10-25),

8. 11149303 - Methods of depleting a target nucleic acid in a sample and kits for practicing the same (2021-10-19),

9. 11124828 - Methods for adding adapters to nucleic acids and compositions for practicing the same (2021-09-21),

10. 11001882 - Template switch-based methods for producing a product nucleic acid (2021-05-11),

11. 10988796 - Methods of depleting a target molecule from an initial collection of nucleic acids, and compositions and kits for practicing the same (2021-04-27),

12. 10793828 - Protein enriched microvesicles and methods of making and using the same (2020-10-06),

13. 10634668 - Modifiable chemical inducers of proximity and methods of using the same (2020-04-28),

14. 10584363 - Methods of producing and using single-stranded deoxyribonucleic acids and compositions for use in practicing the same (2020-03-10),

15. 10421992 - Methods of depleting a target nucleic acid in a sample and kits for practicing the same (2019-09-24),

Title: Andrew Alan Farmer: Innovator in Nucleic Acid Research

Introduction

Andrew Alan Farmer, a prominent inventor based in Los Altos, CA, has made significant contributions to the field of molecular biology through his innovative work on nucleic acid libraries. With an impressive portfolio of 23 patents, Farmer's inventions have advanced the methodologies used in genetic research and applications.

Latest Patents

Farmer's latest patents include groundbreaking methods for preparing nucleic acid libraries and compositions for practicing these methods. His innovative techniques allow for the production of various types of libraries, such as expression libraries and immune cell receptor repertoire libraries, derived from double-stranded complementary DNA (cDNA) created through template-switching reactions. Notably, his methods facilitate the preparation of libraries from single cells, contributing to advancements in single-cell genomics. Additionally, Farmer has developed methods for depleting target nucleic acids from initial collections, utilizing nucleic acid-guided nucleases. These inventions include compositions and kits designed for practical application in these advanced methodologies.

Career Highlights

Andrew Farmer has held crucial roles in notable companies such as Takara Bio USA, Inc. and Clontech Laboratories, Inc. His work in these organizations has furthered the field of biogenetics and laid the groundwork for innovations that continue to impact scientific research.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Farmer has collaborated with talented professionals including Craig Betts and Magnolia Bostick. These collaborations have undoubtedly enhanced the quality and breadth of his research, allowing for the development of sophisticated techniques and kits that facilitate advancements in nucleic acid research.

Conclusion

Andrew Alan Farmer's contributions to the field of molecular biology through his patents and collaborative projects have established him as a noteworthy inventor in his domain. His innovations not only enhance our understanding of nucleic acids but also pave the way for future research and applications in genetic engineering and biotechnology.

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