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San Jose, CA, United States of America

George C Stafford, Jr

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Finnigan Corporation, University of Virginia Patent Foundation, Detector Technology, Inc.. Active years: 1978-2012.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: George C Stafford, Jr. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/george-c-stafford-jr

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 14

% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 533(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Charlottesville, VA (US) (1978 - 1979)
  • Santa Clara County, CA (US) (1991)
  • San Jose, CA (US) (1983 - 2012)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal10 out of 51 
 
Finnigan Corporation
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 1,048 
 
University of Virginia Patent Foundation
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 3 
 
Detector Technology, Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 2,786 
 
Purdue Research Foundation
 patents
5. 1 out of 509 
 
Thermo Finnigan LLC
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1978-2012

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 8119984 - Method and apparatus for generation of reagent ions in a mass spectrometer (2012-02-21),
2. 5107109 - Method of increasing the dynamic range and sensitivity of a quadrupole (1992-04-21),
3. 5055678 - Metal surfaces for sample analyzing and ionizing apparatus (1991-10-08),
4. 5030878 - Electron multiplier with replaceable rear section (1991-07-09),
5. 5026987 - Mass spectrometer with in-line collision surface means (1991-06-25),
6. 4749860 - Method of isolating a single mass in a quadrupole ion trap (1988-06-07),
7. 4736101 - Method of operating ion trap detector in MS/MS mode (1988-04-05),
8. 4650999 - Method of mass analyzing a sample over a wide mass range by use of a (1987-03-17),
9. 4540884 - Method of mass analyzing a sample by use of a quadrupole ion trap (1985-09-10),
10. 4447728 - Ionizer including discharge ion source and method (1984-05-08),
11. 4423324 - Apparatus for detecting negative ions (1983-12-27),
12. 4388531 - Ionizer having interchangeable ionization chamber (1983-06-14),
13. 4136280 - Positive and negative ion recording system for mass spectrometer (1979-01-23),
14. 4066894 - Positive and negative ion recording system for mass spectrometer (1978-01-03),

Title: Innovations of George C Stafford, Jr.

Introduction

George C Stafford, Jr. is a notable inventor based in San Jose, CA, with a remarkable portfolio of 14 patents. His work primarily focuses on advancements in mass spectrometry, contributing significantly to the field through innovative methods and apparatuses.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is a method and apparatus for the generation of reagent ions in a mass spectrometer. This invention discloses a front-end reagent ion source that supplies reagent vapor to an ionization volume within the mass spectrometer, maintained at low vacuum pressure. Reagent ions are formed through the interaction of reagent vapor molecules with an electrical discharge, allowing for the combination of reagent ions with analyte ions for ion-ion studies such as electron transfer dissociation (ETD). Another significant patent involves a method of increasing the dynamic range and sensitivity of a quadrupole. This improved method mass analyzes samples in a three-dimensional quadrupole ion trap, enhancing dynamic range and sensitivity by controlling the number of sample ions formed to avoid saturation and space charge.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Stafford has worked with prominent organizations, including Finnigan Corporation and the University of Virginia. His contributions have been pivotal in advancing the technology and applications of mass spectrometry.

Collaborations

Stafford has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Paul E Kelley and John E Syka, further enriching his work and innovations in the field.

Conclusion

George C Stafford, Jr. stands out as a significant figure in the realm of mass spectrometry, with his inventions paving the way for future advancements. His dedication to innovation continues to impact the scientific community positively.

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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