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Shiga, Japan

Hikaru Takakura

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Takara Bio Inc., Takara Shuzo Co., Inc.. Active years: 2001-2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hikaru Takakura. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hikaru-takakura

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 

% Patents Active = 33.3

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.8

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 36(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Otsu, JP (2001 - 2011)
  • Shiga, JP (2005 - 2016)
  • Kyoto, JP (2018)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal12 out of 150 
 
Takara Bio Inc.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 190 
 
Takara Shuzo Co., Inc.
 patents

Years Active: 2001-2018

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15 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10072250 - Method for manufacturing non-enveloped virus (2018-09-11),
2. 10023846 - Production method for non-enveloped virus particles (2018-07-17),
3. 9399780 - Method for producing viral vector (2016-07-26),
4. 8034597 - Microorganism-derived psychrophilic endonuclease (2011-10-11),
5. 8008055 - Thermotolerant ribonuclease H (2011-08-30),
6. 7553946 - Promoters (2009-06-30),
7. 7422888 - Thermotolerant ribonuclease H (2008-09-09),
8. 7314744 - Hyperthermostable protease gene (2008-01-01),
9. 7144719 - Method for producing protease (2006-12-05),
10. 7125690 - Promoters showing stationary phase-specific activity in gram-positive bacteria (2006-10-24),
11. 6921656 - Polypeptides having glucoamylase activity (2005-07-26),
12. 6849441 - Hyperthermostable protease gene (2005-02-01),
13. 6783970 - System for expressing hyperthermostable protein (2004-08-31),
14. 6358726 - Thermostable protease (2002-03-19),
15. 6261822 - Ultrathermostable protease genes (2001-07-17),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Hikaru Takakura

Introduction

Hikaru Takakura is a prominent inventor based in Shiga, Japan, known for his significant contributions to the field of virology. With a total of 15 patents to his name, Takakura has made remarkable advancements in the manufacturing of non-enveloped viruses, which have important applications in gene therapy and basic research.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Takakura has developed a method for efficiently manufacturing a non-enveloped virus with high purity. This innovative method involves cultivating cells capable of producing a non-enveloped virus and bringing these cells into contact with an acidic solution. Additionally, he has created a production method for non-enveloped virus particles, characterized by treating a sample with polyethylene glycol (PEG) in at least two concentrations. These patents are crucial for developing gene transfer methods in clinical applications.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Hikaru Takakura has worked with notable companies such as Takara Bio Inc. and Takara Shuzo Co., Inc. His work has significantly impacted the field of virology, particularly in the production and application of non-enveloped viruses.

Collaborations

Takakura has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Ikunoshin Kato and Kiyozo Asada, further enhancing his research and development efforts in the field.

Conclusion

Hikaru Takakura's innovative work in the manufacturing of non-enveloped viruses has positioned him as a key figure in virology. His contributions continue to influence research and clinical applications in gene therapy.

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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