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Miyagi, Japan

Hiroaki Shimokawa

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 5 published patent applications and 6 EPO patents. Top assignees: Tohoku University, Sound Wave Innovation Co., Ltd., Hitachi, Ltd.. Active years: 2014-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Hiroaki Shimokawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/hiroaki-shimokawa

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 14 

% Patents Active = 71.4

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Sendai, JP (2014 - 2019)
  • Miyagi, JP (2017 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal11 out of 1,051 
 
Tohoku University
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 3 
 
Sound Wave Innovation Co., Ltd.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 42,731 
 
Hitachi, Ltd.
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2014-2024

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14 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 11890492 - Device for treating dementia, method for operating said device, and program (2024-02-06),
2. 11413273 - Prophylactic or therapeutic agent for pulmonary hypertension comprising unsaturated 5-membered heterocycle-containing compound (2022-08-16),
3. 11369601 - Prophylactic or therapeutic agent for pulmonary hypertension comprising mebendazole and/or itraconazole or salt thereof (2022-06-28),
4. 11364079 - Shock wave generating device, and shock wave ablation system (2022-06-21),
5. 11287431 - Method of testing for pulmonary hypertension (2022-03-29),
6. 11154561 - Preventative or therapeutic agent for pulmonary hypertension including crude drug component (2021-10-26),
7. 11083914 - Ultrasonic treatment device (2021-08-10),
8. 10772882 - Pulmonary hypertension preventative or therapeutic agent containing crude drug (2020-09-15),
9. 10624883 - Pulmonary hypertension preventative or therapeutic agent containing component exhibiting selenoprotein P activity-inhibiting effect (2020-04-21),
10. 10413756 - Ultrasound treatment device and control method thereof (2019-09-17),
11. 10182838 - Shock wave focusing device, shock wave generation apparatus, and shock wave ablation system (2019-01-22),
12. 9791461 - Method for testing for cardiovascular disease with cyclophilin A (2017-10-17),
13. 9433466 - Optical fiber and an underwater shockwave generating device employing the same (2016-09-06),
14. 8759012 - Method of determining dose and administration of statin (2014-06-24),

Title: Innovations of Hiroaki Shimokawa

Introduction

Hiroaki Shimokawa is a prominent inventor based in Miyagi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of medical technology, particularly in the treatment of neurological and cardiovascular conditions. With a total of 14 patents to his name, Shimokawa's work reflects a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions.

Latest Patents

Among his latest inventions is a device for treating dementia. This innovative device includes a plurality of ultrasound probes, each equipped with an ultrasound transducer designed to propagate unfocused ultrasound energy to the brain. Additionally, he has developed a prophylactic or therapeutic agent for pulmonary hypertension, which comprises an unsaturated 5-membered heterocycle-containing compound. This compound is represented by a specific formula and offers potential benefits in treating this serious condition.

Career Highlights

Hiroaki Shimokawa has worked with notable institutions such as Tohoku University and Sound Wave Innovation Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to collaborate on groundbreaking research and development projects that aim to improve patient outcomes.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Shimokawa has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Kimio Satoh and Ryo Kurosawa. These partnerships have fostered an environment of innovation and creativity, leading to the development of impactful medical technologies.

Conclusion

Hiroaki Shimokawa's contributions to medical technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his dedication to improving healthcare. His innovative solutions continue to pave the way for advancements in treatment options for various medical conditions.

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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