Eric Barbour

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application, plus 3 CIPO patents and 1 EPO patent, primarily in Plant Biotechnology. Top assignees: Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Dow Agrosciences LLC, E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company. Active years: 1997-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Eric Barbour. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/eric-barbour

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 16 (Patent Applications = 1)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 1)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.9

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 180(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Des Moines, IA (US) (1997 - 2003)
Johnston, IA (US) (2007 - 2018)

Company Filing History:

14 out of 6,899

Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.

E.i. Dupont De Nemours and Company

patents

4. 2 out of 834,601

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1997-2018

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Areas of Expertise:

Corn Event TC1507

Maize Promoters

Transformation Efficiency

Gene Expression

Regulatory Elements

Microspore-Specific

Expression Control Sequence

Gos-2 Promoters

ALS3 Promoter

Detection Methods

16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10023921 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2018-07-17),

2. 8901378 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2014-12-02),

3. 7989607 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2011-08-02),

4. 7514544 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2009-04-07),

5. 7449564 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2008-11-11),

6. 7435807 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2008-10-14),

7. 7417132 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2008-08-26),

8. 7288643 - Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof (2007-10-30),

9. 6670467 - Maize promoters (2003-12-30),

10. 6504083 - Maize Gos-2 promoters (2003-01-07),

11. 6096947 - Methods for improving transformation efficiency (2000-08-01),

12. 5986174 - Maize promoter sequence for leaf- and stalk-preferred gene expression (1999-11-16),

13. 5850018 - Expression control sequence for general and effective expression of (1998-12-15),

14. 5756324 - Use of a microspore-specific regulatory element for production of virus (1998-05-26),

15. 5659026 - ALS3 promoter (1997-08-19),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Eric Barbour

Introduction

Eric Barbour, an accomplished inventor based in Johnston, IA, has made significant strides in the field of agricultural biotechnology. With a portfolio of 16 patents, Barbour has dedicated his career to developing innovative solutions that enhance crop resilience and improve agricultural productivity.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions, the "Corn event TC1507 and methods for detection thereof" stands out. This invention provides DNA compositions that relate to transgenic insect-resistant maize plants. It introduces assays for detecting the presence of the maize TC1507 event, using the DNA sequence of the recombinant construct inserted into the maize genome and the DNA sequences flanking the insertion site. Additionally, the patent specifies kits and conditions useful for conducting these assays, marking a significant advancement in the agricultural sector.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Eric Barbour has worked at prominent companies within the biotechnology industry, including Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. and E.I. DuPont de Nemours and Company. His experiences in these companies have greatly contributed to his expertise in developing patented agricultural technologies.

Collaborations

In his journey, Barbour has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Terry EuClaire Meyer and James Wayne Bing. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment, leading to the generation of patents that push the boundaries of existing agricultural practices.

Conclusion

Eric Barbour's contributions to the field of biotechnology, particularly through his innovative patents like the Corn event TC1507, highlight the critical intersection of science and agriculture. His work not only exemplifies the ingenuity of modern inventors but also plays a pivotal role in addressing agricultural challenges in today’s world.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.