This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: University of California. Active years: 2016.
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Years Active: 2016
Title: Felix A Olasagasti: Innovator in Nanopore Technology
Introduction
Felix A Olasagasti is a prominent inventor based in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain. He has made significant contributions to the field of nanopore technology, particularly in the detection and control of polymers in mixtures. His innovative work has implications for various scientific disciplines, including drug discovery and molecular biology.
Latest Patents
Olasagasti holds a patent for "Compositions, devices, systems, and methods for using a nanopore." This invention provides devices and methods that can detect and control an individual polymer in a mixture when acted upon by another compound, such as an enzyme, in a nanopore without requiring a terminating nucleotide. The technology allows for rapid determination of the nucleotide base sequence of a polynucleotide under feedback control, utilizing signals generated by interactions between the polynucleotide and the nanopore. This invention is particularly useful in fields such as drug discovery, molecular biology, structural biology, cell biology, molecular switches, molecular circuits, and molecular computational devices.
Career Highlights
Felix A Olasagasti is affiliated with the University of California, where he continues to advance his research in nanopore technology. His work has garnered attention for its potential applications in various scientific and medical fields.
Collaborations
Olasagasti has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Kathy Lieberman and Seico Benner, to further enhance the impact of his research and innovations.
Conclusion
Felix A Olasagasti is a key figure in the development of nanopore technology, with a patent that showcases his innovative approach to polymer detection and sequencing. His contributions are paving the way for advancements in multiple scientific fields.