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Palo Alto, CA, United States of America

Christopher Hank Becker

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Mass Spectrometry. Top assignees: Sequenom, Inc., Genetrace Systems, Inc., Sri International. Active years: 1988-2013.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Christopher Hank Becker. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/christopher-hank-becker

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 20 

% Patents Active = 85.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.2

ph-index = 16

Forward Citations = 1,858(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Menlo Park, CA (US) (1988 - 2000)
  • Menlo Part, CA (US) (2003)
  • Palo Alto, CA (US) (2000 - 2013)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 192 
 
Sequenom, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal6 out of 6 
 
Genetrace Systems, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal4 out of 1,361 
 
Sri International
 patents
4. 1 out of 11 
 
Ppd Biomarker Discovery Sciences, LLC
 patents
5. 1 out of 18 
 
Surromed, Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 509 
 
Thermo Finnigan LLC
 patents

Years Active: 1988-2013

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Areas of Expertise:
Mass Spectrometry
Nucleic Acids
Peptide Mixtures
Chemical Quantification
DNA Typing
Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption
Volatile Matrices
Cleavable Primers
Surface Diagnostics
Sample Preparation
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8486623 - Releasable nonvolatile mass-label molecules (2013-07-16),
2. 7132519 - Releasable nonvolatile mass-label molecules (2006-11-07),
3. 7108985 - Methods and kits useful for the simplification of complex peptide mixtures (2006-09-19),
4. 7087896 - Mass spectrometric quantification of chemical mixture components (2006-08-08),
5. 6949633 - Primers useful for sizing nucleic acids (2005-09-27),
6. 6835927 - Mass spectrometric quantification of chemical mixture components (2004-12-28),
7. 6764822 - DNA typing by mass spectrometry with polymorphic DNA repeat markers (2004-07-20),
8. 6635452 - Releasable nonvolatile mass label molecules (2003-10-21),
9. 6566055 - Methods of preparing nucleic acids for mass spectrometric analysis (2003-05-20),
10. 6468748 - Methods of screening nucleic acids using volatile salts in mass spectrometry (2002-10-22),
11. 6265716 - Volatile matrices for matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass spectrometry (2001-07-24),
12. 6104028 - Volatile matrices for matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization mass (2000-08-15),
13. 6090558 - DNA typing by mass spectrometry with polymorphic DNA repeat markers (2000-07-18),
14. 6051378 - Methods of screening nucleic acids using mass spectrometry (2000-04-18),
15. 5965363 - Methods of preparing nucleic acids for mass spectrometric analysis (1999-10-12),

Title: Christopher Hank Becker: Innovator in Mass Spectrometry

Introduction

Christopher Hank Becker, a distinguished inventor based in Palo Alto, California, has made significant contributions to the field of mass spectrometry. With an impressive portfolio of 20 patents, Becker has focused on enhancing the detection and analysis of target molecules through innovative tagging technologies.

Latest Patents

Among Becker's latest achievements are his patents for releasable nonvolatile mass-label molecules. These inventions introduce releasable tag reagents that facilitate the detection and analysis of target molecules, particularly in mass spectrometric analyses. Becker's methods of detection employing these reagents contribute substantially to advancements in the field.

Career Highlights

Christopher has a remarkable career, having worked with esteemed companies such as Sequenom, Inc. and GeneTrace Systems, Inc. His experiences in these organizations have not only shaped his innovative thinking but also provided a platform for developing groundbreaking technologies within the biotechnology sector.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Becker has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Joseph Albert Monforte and Thomas Andrew Shaler. These collaborations have played a pivotal role in enhancing his research output and furthering developments in their shared areas of expertise.

Conclusion

In summary, Christopher Hank Becker exemplifies the spirit of innovation in the realm of mass spectrometry. His patents, particularly on releasable tag reagents, reflect his dedication to advancing scientific methodologies. As he continues to innovate, Becker’s contributions are sure to leave a lasting impact on the industry.

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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