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Seattle, WA, United States of America

Eileen R Mulvihill

This inventor holds 12 USPTO granted patents, plus 1 CIPO patent. Top assignees: Zymogenetics, Inc., University of Washington, State of Oregon. Active years: 1992-2001.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Eileen R Mulvihill. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/eileen-r-mulvihill

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 12

% Patents Active = 100.0


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 6

Forward Citations = 125(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Seattle, WA (US) (1992 - 1999)
  • Mercer Island, WA (US) (1998 - 2001)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 723 
 
Zymogenetics, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 2,172 
 
University of Washington
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 199 
 
State of Oregon
 patents
4. 1 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1992-2001

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12 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 6274330 - L-AP4 sensitive glutamate receptors (2001-08-14),
2. 5869609 - G protein coupled glutamate receptors (1999-02-09),
3. 5831047 - Oligonucleotide probes to L-AP4 sensitive glutamate receptor sequences (1998-11-03),
4. 5747267 - Method for identifying a G protein coupled glutamate receptor agonist (1998-05-05),
5. 5738999 - L-AP4 sensitive glutamate receptors (1998-04-14),
6. 5721107 - Antibodies to G protein coupled glutamate receptors (1998-02-24),
7. 5648254 - Co-expression in eukaryotic cells (1997-07-15),
8. 5486471 - Tissue plasminogen activator analogs having modified growth factor (1996-01-23),
9. 5403734 - t-PA with growth factor domain substitutions (1995-04-04),
10. 5385831 - Method for producing a mammalian G protein coupled glutamate receptor (1995-01-31),
11. 5200340 - Thrombin-activated tissue plasminogen activators (1993-04-06),
12. 5149533 - Modified t-PA with kringle-/replaced by another kringle (1992-09-22),

Title: Eileen R. Mulvihill: Innovator in Glutamate Receptor Research

Introduction

Eileen R. Mulvihill is a prominent inventor based in Seattle, WA (US). She has made significant contributions to the field of neuroscience, particularly in the study of glutamate receptors. With a total of 12 patents to her name, her work has advanced our understanding of neuronal communication.

Latest Patents

Among her latest patents, Eileen has developed methods related to L-AP4 sensitive glutamate receptors. The metabotropic receptor mGluR7 has been identified and sequenced, revealing its role in mediating inhibition of transmitter release at selected glutamatergic synapses. Additionally, her work on G protein coupled glutamate receptors has led to their identification, isolation, and purification. These receptors have been cloned, sequenced, and expressed through recombinant means, paving the way for new diagnostic and therapeutic methods.

Career Highlights

Eileen has worked with notable organizations such as Zymogenetics, Inc. and the University of Washington. Her research has not only contributed to academic knowledge but has also had practical applications in the medical field.

Collaborations

Eileen has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Frederick S. Hagen and Khaled M. Houamed. These partnerships have further enriched her research and expanded the impact of her inventions.

Conclusion

Eileen R. Mulvihill's innovative work in glutamate receptor research exemplifies her dedication to advancing neuroscience. Her numerous patents and collaborations highlight her significant contributions to the field.

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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