Donald Eugene Trimbur

This inventor holds 27 USPTO granted patents and 6 published patent applications, plus 5 CIPO patents and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Microbial Bioengineering. Top assignees: Solazyme, Inc., E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company, Genencor International, Inc.. Active years: 2000-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Donald Eugene Trimbur. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/donald-eugene-trimbur

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 27 (Patent Applications = 6)

% Patents Active = 29.6

CIPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 4)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.7

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 629(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Landenberg, PA (US) (2006)
Redwood City, CA (US) (2000 - 2012)
Palo Alto, CA (US) (2012 - 2018)
South San Francisco, CA (US) (2013 - 2021)
San Diego, CA (US) (2022)

Company Filing History:

E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company

patents

6 out of 422

Genencor International, Inc.

Corbion Biotech, Inc.

7. 1 out of 834,570

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2000-2024

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Areas of Expertise:

Thioesterase Variants

Medium-Chain Fatty Acids

Renewable Diesel

Jet Fuel

Microbial Sources

Glycerol Production

Genetic Engineering

Oil-Bearing Microorganisms

Lipid Pathway Modification

Heterotrophic Microalgae

Cellulosic Materials

Bacterial Strains

27 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12157904 - Thioesterase variants having improved activity for the production of medium-chain fatty acid derivatives (2024-12-03),

2. 11339384 - Thioesterase variants having improved activity for the production of medium-chain fatty acid derivatives (2022-05-24),

3. 11142756 - Acetyl-CoA carboxylase variants (2021-10-12),

4. 10604750 - Acetyl-CoA carboxylase variants (2020-03-31),

5. 10138435 - Renewable diesel and jet fuel from microbial sources (2018-11-27),

6. 9434909 - Renewable diesel and jet fuel from microbial sources (2016-09-06),

7. 8889402 - Chlorella species containing exogenous genes (2014-11-18),

8. 8889401 - Production of oil in microorganisms (2014-11-18),

9. 8852890 - Production of bacterial strains (2014-10-07),

10. 8802422 - Renewable diesel and jet fuel from microbial sources (2014-08-12),

11. 8790914 - Use of cellulosic materials for cultivation of microorganisms (2014-07-29),

12. 8697402 - Glycerol feedstock utilization for oil-based fuel manufacturing (2014-04-15),

13. 8647397 - Lipid pathway modification in oil-bearing microorganisms (2014-02-11),

14. 8518689 - Production of oil in microorganisms (2013-08-27),

15. 8512999 - Production of oil in microorganisms (2013-08-20),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Donald Eugene Trimbur

Introduction: Donald Eugene Trimbur, a visionary inventor based in Palo Alto, CA, has made significant contributions to the field of technology with his groundbreaking inventions and patents.

Latest Patents: Donald Eugene Trimbur holds several patents in various technological domains, including artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and biotechnology.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Trimbur has worked with leading tech companies in Silicon Valley, where he honed his skills in innovation and problem-solving. His passion for pushing the boundaries of technology has led to the development of cutting-edge solutions that have revolutionized industries.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Trimbur has collaborated with top researchers, engineers, and scientists to bring his ideas to life. His ability to work in multidisciplinary teams has resulted in successful projects that have garnered international recognition.

Conclusion: Donald Eugene Trimbur's relentless pursuit of innovation and his commitment to creating a positive impact on society through his inventions make him a true pioneer in the world of technology. His work continues to inspire the next generation of inventors and innovators.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.