Tokyo, Japan

Ichiro Sakuma

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Medical Imaging Technology. Top assignees: The University of Tokyo, Canon Medical Systems Corporation, Tokyo Pigeon Co., Ltd.. Active years: 1990-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Ichiro Sakuma. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/ichiro-sakuma

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 16 

% Patents Active = 56.3


 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 227(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Akishima, JP (1990)
  • Toda, JP (1995)
  • Hokkaido, JP (2003)
  • Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa-ken, JP (2003)
  • Yokohama, JP (2003 - 2012)
  • Bunkyo-ku, JP (2022)
  • Tokyo, JP (1999 - 2023)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1990-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Ultrasonic Imaging
Medical Instrument
Information Processing
Electrode Arrangement
Surgical Navigation
Tissue Ligating
Image Processing
Body Cavity Observation
Vascular Function
Surgical Robot
Position Measurement
Analysis Map Generation
16 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Ichiro Sakuma: Innovator in Medical Imaging Technology

Introduction

Ichiro Sakuma is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, known for his significant contributions to medical imaging technology. With a total of 12 patents to his name, he has made remarkable advancements in the field, particularly in medical image processing.

Latest Patents

Sakuma's latest patents include a medical image processing apparatus and method, as well as a storage medium. The medical image processing apparatus is designed to obtain a medical image and calculate blood flow directions based on the structure of a region of interest. This innovative technology allows for the identification of conditions within the region by analyzing the first and second blood flow directions. Another notable patent involves an analysis map generating device that calculates phase variance values in biological tissue. This device generates an analysis map based on the time series of phase variance values, enabling the identification of rotation centers of rotating excitation waves in biological tissues.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Ichiro Sakuma has worked at the University of Tokyo, where he has contributed to various research projects and innovations in medical imaging. His work has been instrumental in enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of medical diagnostics.

Collaborations

Sakuma has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Takeyoshi Dohi and Minoru Ono, further enriching his research and development efforts in the field of medical imaging technology.

Conclusion

Ichiro Sakuma's innovative work in medical imaging has significantly impacted the field, showcasing his expertise and dedication to advancing healthcare technology. His contributions continue to pave the way for future developments in medical diagnostics.

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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