Cheng-Yao Chen

This inventor holds 38 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 11 EPO patents, primarily in Nucleic Acid Sequencing. Top assignees: Illumina Corporation, Life Technologies Corporation, University of California. Active years: 2014-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Cheng-Yao Chen. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/cheng-yao-chen

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 38 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 2

EPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 11)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.5

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 329(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Carlsbad, CA (US) (2014 - 2017)
Eugene, OR (US) (2020 - 2022)
San Diego, CA (US) (2015 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

Life Technologies Corporation

patents

1 out of 16,048

University of California

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2014-2025

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Areas of Expertise:

Nucleic Acid Synthesis

Polymerase Compositions

Single Molecule Sequencing

Conformational Probes

Nucleotide Binding

Energy Transfer Detection

Kinetic Analysis

Modified Polymerases

Sequencing Methods

Nucleotide Analogues

Blocking Groups

38 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12416048 - Nucleic acid synthesis techniques (2025-09-16),

2. 12297498 - Conformational probes and methods for sequencing nucleic acids (2025-05-13),

3. 12163188 - Polymerase compositions and methods (2024-12-10),

4. 12152256 - Nucleotide transient binding for sequencing methods (2024-11-26),

5. 12110514 - Modified polymerases for improved incorporation of nucleotide analogues (2024-10-08),

6. 11781182 - Modified polymerases for improved incorporation of nucleotide analogues (2023-10-10),

7. 11643684 - Conformational probes and methods for sequencing nucleic acids (2023-05-09),

8. 11453909 - Polymerase compositions and methods (2022-09-27),

9. 11447756 - Nucleotide transient binding for sequencing methods (2022-09-20),

10. 11242560 - Apparatus and methods for kinetic analysis and determination of nucleic acid sequences (2022-02-08),

11. 11198854 - Modified polymerases for improved incorporation of nucleotide analogues (2021-12-14),

12. 11008612 - Methods and apparatus for single molecule sequencing using energy transfer detection (2021-05-18),

13. 10870836 - Modified polymerases for improved incorporation of nucleotide analogues (2020-12-22),

14. 10837056 - Conformational probes and methods for sequencing nucleic acids (2020-11-17),

15. 10787704 - Field-effect apparatus and methods for sequencing nucleic acids (2020-09-29),

Title: Cheng-Yao Chen: Innovator from San Diego

Introduction: Cheng-Yao Chen is a renowned inventor based in San Diego, CA, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various technological fields.

Latest Patents: Chen holds several patents in the areas of biotechnology, renewable energy, and artificial intelligence, showcasing his diverse range of expertise and innovation.

Career Highlights: With over two decades of experience in research and development, Chen has worked with leading tech companies and research institutions, consistently pushing the boundaries of innovation.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Chen has collaborated with top scientists, engineers, and researchers globally, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge exchange.

Conclusion: Cheng-Yao Chen's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of technological advancement continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and researchers worldwide.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.