Fred Russell Kramer

This inventor holds 37 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 5 CIPO patents and 7 EPO patents, primarily in Nucleic Acid Detection. Top assignees: The Public Health Research Institute of the City of New York, Inc., Columbia University, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. Active years: 1988-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Fred Russell Kramer. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/fred-russell-kramer

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 37 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 94.6

CIPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 7)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 20

Forward Citations = 2,802(Granted Patents)

Location History:

New York, NY (US) (1990 - 1997)
Bronx, NY (US) (1988 - 1999)
Riverdale, NY (US) (1996 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

14 out of 29

The Public Health Research Institute of the City of New York, Inc.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Phri Properties, Inc.

The City University of New York

patents

8. 1 out of 2

The Public Health Research Institute

patents

9. 3 out of 834,601

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1988-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Nucleic Acid Assays

Amplification Primers

RNA Probes

Hybridization Kits

Microarrays

Oligonucleotides

RNA Detection

Diagnostic Assays

Replication Methods

Fluorescence Probes

RNA-Based Systems

Molecular Switches

37 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12753432 - ASSAY METHODS AND KITS FOR DETECTING RARE SEQUENCE VARIANTS (2026-10-06),

2. 11542547 - Multiplex nucleic acid assay methods capable of detecting closely related alleles, and reagents therefor (2023-01-03),

3. 11111515 - Highly selective nucleic acid amplification primers (2021-09-07),

4. 10815512 - Highly selective nucleic acid amplification primers (2020-10-27),

5. 9909159 - Highly selective nucleic acid amplification primers (2018-03-06),

6. 9260761 - Assays for short sequence variants (2016-02-16),

7. 7771949 - Homogeneous multiplex screening kits (2010-08-10),

8. 7741031 - Optically decodable microcarries, arrays and methods (2010-06-22),

9. 7662550 - Assays for short sequence variants (2010-02-16),

10. 7385043 - Homogeneous multiplex screening assays and kits (2008-06-10),

11. 7129087 - Oligonucleotide-facilitated coalescence (2006-10-31),

12. 6461817 - Non-competitive co-amplification methods (2002-10-08),

13. 6420539 - Replicatable hybridizable recombinant RNA probes and methods of using same (2002-07-16),

14. 6365729 - High specificity primers, amplification methods and kits (2002-04-02),

15. 6322971 - Oligonucleotide arrays and their use for sorting, isolating, sequencing, and manipulating nucleic acids (2001-11-27),

Title: The Innovations of Fred Russell Kramer

Introduction

Fred Russell Kramer, a prominent inventor based in Riverdale, NY, has made significant contributions to the field of nucleic acid amplification. With an impressive portfolio of 36 patents, his work is instrumental in advancing genetic research and diagnostics.

Latest Patents

Kramer’s latest innovations include the development of multiplex nucleic acid assay methods capable of detecting closely related alleles. This invention discloses multi-part primers designed for primer-dependent nucleic acid amplification methods. Additionally, he has created highly selective nucleic acid amplification primers, which detail the use of these primers in enhancement of reactions such as DNA amplification. Both patents encompass related reagent kits and oligonucleotides essential for performing the methods effectively.

Career Highlights

Throughout his distinguished career, Fred Russell Kramer has worked with esteemed institutions, including the Public Health Research Institute of the City of New York, Inc. and Columbia University in the City of New York. His research has paved the way for numerous advancements in molecular biology.

Collaborations

Kramer has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Sanjay Tyagi and Paul M. Lizardi, further fostering an environment of innovation and discovery in the realm of genomic research.

Conclusion

Fred Russell Kramer’s contributions to nucleic acid amplification technology showcase his innovative spirit and dedication to scientific progress. His patents not only enhance our understanding of genetics but also provide essential tools for future research and applications in various fields.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.