Fukuchiyama, Japan

Iwao Kojima

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Nagase Biochemicals, Ltd.. Active years: 1994.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Iwao Kojima. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/iwao-kojima-v8xhm9oy

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% Patents Active = 100.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.0

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Forward Citations = 11(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 1994

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Iwao Kojima: Innovator in Enzyme Production

Introduction

Iwao Kojima is a notable inventor based in Fukuchiyama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of biochemistry, particularly in the production of enzymes. His work has implications for various industries, including food and pharmaceuticals.

Latest Patents

Kojima holds a patent for a "Process for producing pullalanase." This invention provides a pullulanase that exhibits a high degree of pH stability under acidic conditions. The enzyme is produced by cultivating a microorganism belonging to the genus Bacillus, specifically Bacillus circulans SV-98 (FERM P-12161). This enzyme is particularly useful in the manufacture of glucose and maltose from starch.

Career Highlights

Iwao Kojima is associated with Nagase Biochemicals, Ltd., where he has been instrumental in advancing enzyme technology. His innovative approach has led to the development of products that enhance efficiency in various biochemical processes.

Collaborations

Kojima has worked alongside notable colleagues such as Yoshihisa Tachibana and Yoshiaki Takesada. Their collaborative efforts have contributed to the success of their projects and the advancement of enzyme production techniques.

Conclusion

Iwao Kojima's contributions to enzyme production highlight his role as an innovator in biochemistry. His patented process for producing pullalanase demonstrates the potential for advancements in the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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