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Aurora, OH, United States of America

Chi-Hua Tung

This inventor holds 22 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Medical Imaging. Top assignees: Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v., Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland), Inc., The University of Chicago. Active years: 2002-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Chi-Hua Tung. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/chi-hua-tung

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 22 

% Patents Active = 72.7


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 87(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal21 out of 21,894 
 
Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 16 
 
Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland), Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 965 
 
The University of Chicago
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2002-2023

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Areas of Expertise:
Amyloid Screening
Positron Emission Tomography
Image Reconstruction
Radiation Dose Reduction
Hybrid Imaging
Motion Correction
Image Fusion
Time-of-Flight
Nuclear Imaging
Filtering
Adaptive Reconstruction
Continuous Bed Movement
22 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11806182 - Method and apparatus for amyloid screening (2023-11-07),
2. 11748598 - Positron emission tomography (PET) system design optimization using deep imaging (2023-09-05),
3. 11594321 - Radiation dose reduction and improved consistency between sessions in hybrid imaging studies (2023-02-28),
4. 11282242 - Scatter correction for positron emission tomography (PET) (2022-03-22),
5. 11270479 - Optimization-based reconstruction with an image-total-variation constraint in PET (2022-03-08),
6. 11069098 - Interactive targeted ultrafast reconstruction in emission and transmission tomography (2021-07-20),
7. 11017895 - Irecon: intelligent image reconstruction system with anticipatory execution (2021-05-25),
8. 10799200 - Pet system with crystal or detector unit spacing (2020-10-13),
9. 10792006 - Radiation dose reduction and improved consistency between sessions in hybrid imaging studies (2020-10-06),
10. 10453182 - Medical imaging reconstruction optimized for recipient (2019-10-22),
11. 10438379 - In-reconstruction filtering for positron emission tomography (PET) list mode iterative reconstruction (2019-10-08),
12. 10275906 - iRecon: intelligent image reconstruction system with anticipatory execution (2019-04-30),
13. 9646393 - Clinically driven image fusion (2017-05-09),
14. 9476994 - Virtual frames for distributed list-mode time-of-flight reconstruction with continuous bed movement (2016-10-25),
15. 9332955 - Adaptive dual-pass targeted reconstruction and acquisition (2016-05-10),

Title: Chi-Hua Tung: Innovator in Medical Imaging Technologies

Introduction

Chi-Hua Tung, based in Aurora, OH, has made significant contributions to the field of medical imaging, evidenced by his impressive portfolio of 22 patents. His work focuses on advancing technologies that enhance amyloid screening and improve imaging systems, reflecting a deep commitment to innovation in healthcare.

Latest Patents

Among Chi-Hua Tung's latest innovations are two notable patents. The first, titled "Method and apparatus for amyloid screening," involves a sophisticated device designed to conduct amyloid assessments. This system incorporates a radiation detector assembly, which detects radiation counts over a defined time interval. An electronic processor analyzes these counts, stores metrics linked to specific test dates, and determines amyloid metrics by comparing current and previous data.

The second patent, titled "Positron emission tomography (PET) system design optimization using deep imaging," outlines an imaging method that enhances how images of multiple subjects are captured. By utilizing two different image acquisition devices, the method trains a neural network to minimize discrepancies between images, significantly improving the quality and reliability of PET scans.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Chi-Hua Tung has been associated with prestigious companies such as Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.V. and Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland), Inc. His roles in these organizations have allowed him to push the boundaries of medical imaging technologies, contributing to both patient outcomes and advancements in imaging techniques.

Collaborations

Collaborating with distinguished professionals, Chi-Hua has worked alongside notable colleagues like Bin Zhang and Zhiqiang Hu. These partnerships have fostered an environment of innovation, resulting in the successful development of multiple patentable technologies and methodologies that enhance the field of medical imaging.

Conclusion

Chi-Hua Tung's dedication to innovation in medical imaging is reflected in his extensive patent portfolio and collaborative efforts with industry experts. His contributions are paving the way for improved diagnostic capabilities and enhancing the efficiency of medical technologies, ultimately benefiting patients and healthcare practitioners alike.

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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