Hideki Tohda

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 5 EPO patents. Top assignees: Asahi Glass Company, Limited, Agc Inc., Kanazawa University. Active years: 1998-2019.

USPTO Granted Patents = 13 (Patent Applications = 5)

% Patents Active = 84.6

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 7)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 20(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kanagawa, JP (2010)
Chiyoda-ku, JP (2010 - 2011)
Yokohama, JP (1998 - 2012)
Tokyo, JP (2012 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

12 out of 2,560

Asahi Glass Company, Limited

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1998-2019

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13 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 10174304 - Expression vector and method for producing protein (2019-01-08),

2. 9765347 - [object Object] (2017-09-19),

3. 9284561 - Transformant and process for production thereof, and process for production of lactic acid (2016-03-15),

4. 8663948 - Host, transformant and method for producing the transformant and method for producing O-glycosylated heterologous protein (2014-03-04),

5. 8329448 - Yeast host, transformant and method for producing heterologous proteins (2012-12-11),

6. 8282936 - Human papillomavirus vaccine for oral administration (2012-10-09),

7. 7935533 - Chromosome manipulation method (2011-05-03),

8. 7790450 - Expression vector, a transformant carrying the same and a method for producing heterologous protein (2010-09-07),

9. 7723098 - Method of constructing host and method of producing heterologous protein (2010-05-25),

10. 6235499 - Method for transforming schizosaccharomyces pombe (2001-05-22),

11. 6130070 - Induction promoter gene and secretory signal gene usable in (2000-10-10),

12. 5919654 - Secretion signal gene and expression vector containing it (1999-07-06),

13. 5817478 - Multicloning vector, expression vector and production of foreign (1998-10-06),

Title: Innovations of Hideki Tohda

Introduction

Hideki Tohda is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of biotechnology, particularly in the development of expression vectors and methods for protein production. With a total of 13 patents to his name, Tohda's work has advanced the understanding and application of protein engineering.

Latest Patents

One of Tohda's latest patents involves an expression vector designed for the secretion of a protein (Z) or a fusion protein containing the protein (Z) moiety. This patent outlines a method for producing a transformant using the expression vector, as well as the transformant itself and a method for producing a protein using this transformant. Another notable patent describes a transformant that can produce and collect β-glucosidase without the need for complicated separation steps. This transformant exhibits increased Gsf activity while having decreased or no pyruvyl transferase Pvg1 enzymatic activity. The invention also includes a cloning vector characterized by specific gene promoters useful for transforming yeast.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hideki Tohda has worked with notable companies such as Asahi Glass Company, Limited and AGC Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in biotechnology and patent development.

Collaborations

Tohda has collaborated with several professionals in his field, including Yuko Hama and Hiromichi Kumagai. These collaborations have likely enriched his research and innovation efforts.

Conclusion

Hideki Tohda's contributions to biotechnology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a significant inventor in the field. His work continues to influence advancements in protein production and engineering.