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Edward W Merrill

Belmont, MA, United States of America

Edward W Merrill

August 31, 1923 - August 6, 2020

This inventor holds 23 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 1 CIPO patent, primarily in Biomedical Devices. Top assignees: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, The General Hospital Corporation, Other. Active years: 1989-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Edward W Merrill. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/edward-w-merrill

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 23 

% Patents Active = 73.9


Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 14

Forward Citations = 1,278(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 8,616 
 
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
 patents
silverMedal5 out of 3,085 
 
The General Hospital Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal6 out of 834,708 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1989-2014

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Areas of Expertise:
Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
Prosthetic Devices
Occlusal Position Measurement
Cell Growth Substrates
Poly(ethylene Oxide)
Biodegradable Thermoplastic Materials
Drug Releasing Materials
Antithrombogenic Devices
Blood Viscosity Measurement
23 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8865788 - Radiation and melt treated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic devices (2014-10-21),
2. 8563623 - Radiation melt treated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic devices (2013-10-22),
3. 8529254 - Method and apparatus for occlusal position measurement and recording (2013-09-10),
4. 8263676 - Radiation and melt treated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic devices (2012-09-11),
5. 8066512 - Method for occlusal position measurement and recording (2011-11-29),
6. 7858671 - Radiation and melt treated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic devices (2010-12-28),
7. 7008634 - Cell growth substrates with tethered cell growth effector molecules (2006-03-07),
8. 6786933 - Radiation and melt treated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic devices (2004-09-07),
9. 6641617 - Radiation and melt treated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic device and method (2003-11-04),
10. 6616982 - Poly(ethylene oxide) coated surfaces (2003-09-09),
11. 6509098 - Poly(ethylene oxide) coated surfaces (2003-01-21),
12. 6464926 - Process of making ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic devices (2002-10-15),
13. 6045818 - Cell growth substrates with tethered cell growth effector molecules (2000-04-04),
14. 5906828 - Cell growth substrates with tethered cell growth effector molecules (1999-05-25),
15. 5879400 - Melt-irradiated ultra high molecular weight polyethylene prosthetic (1999-03-09),

Title: Inventor Edward W Merrill - Pioneering Innovations in Belmont, MA

Introduction: Edward W Merrill is a distinguished inventor based in Belmont, MA, known for his groundbreaking contributions to various fields.

Latest Patents: Edward W Merrill holds several patents in the areas of technology, healthcare, and consumer products, showcasing his diverse range of expertise.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Edward W Merrill has consistently demonstrated a knack for identifying gaps in the market and developing innovative solutions to address them.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Edward W Merrill has collaborated with leading companies, research institutions, and universities to bring his inventions to life, further solidifying his reputation as a visionary inventor.

Conclusion: Edward W Merrill's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of excellence continue to inspire the next generation of inventors, making him a true pioneer in the world of inventions.

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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