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Wädenswil, Switzerland

Jean Fompeyrine

This inventor holds 50 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents, primarily in Neuromorphic Computing. Top assignees: International Business Machines Corporation, Globalfoundries Inc., Riber. Active years: 2002-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Jean Fompeyrine. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/jean-fompeyrine

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 50 

% Patents Active = 74.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.9

ph-index = 5

Forward Citations = 136(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 110(Dec 10, 2025)


Location History:

  • Rueschlikon, CH (2017)
  • Rueschlikon, DE (2017)
  • Wadenswil, CH (2019)
  • Zurich, CH (2021)
  • Waedenswil, CH (2002 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal47 out of 166,409 
 
International Business Machines Corporation
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 5,671 
 
Globalfoundries Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 9 
 
Riber
 patents

Years Active: 2002-2025

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Areas of Expertise:
Filament-Metal Oxide
Resistive Memory
Optical Synapse
Spiking Neural Networks
Electrochemical Device
Tunable Resistive Element
Artificial Cochlea
Integrated Waveguide
Optical Computing
Semiconductor Structures
High-Mobility Channels
Radiation Detector
50 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12389815 - Filament-metal oxide channel exchange resistive memory device (2025-08-12),
2. 11674237 - Method for fabricating a crystalline metal-phosphide hetero-layer by converting first and second crystalline metal-source layers into first and second crystalline metal phosphide layers (2023-06-13),
3. 11615843 - Controlling voltage resistance through metal-oxide device (2023-03-28),
4. 11521055 - Optical synapse (2022-12-06),
5. 11250315 - Electrochemical device of variable electrical conductance (2022-02-15),
6. 11195085 - Spiking synaptic elements for spiking neural networks (2021-12-07),
7. 11157807 - Optical neuron (2021-10-26),
8. 11138501 - Hardware-implemented training of an artificial neural network (2021-10-05),
9. 11042346 - Artificial cochlea (2021-06-22),
10. 11009727 - Integrated waveguide structure with pockels layer having a selected crystal orientation (2021-05-18),
11. 10957854 - Tunable resistive element (2021-03-23),
12. 10833150 - Fast recrystallization of hafnium or zirconium based oxides in insulator-metal structures (2020-11-10),
13. 10735231 - Demodulating modulated signals with artificial neural networks (2020-08-04),
14. 10727404 - Tunable resistive element (2020-07-28),
15. 10714242 - Symmetrically tunable electrical resistor (2020-07-14),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Jean Fompeyrine

Introduction

Jean Fompeyrine, residing in Waedenswil, Switzerland, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 49 patents. His work focuses on cutting-edge technologies in semiconductor structures and methods for fabricating advanced materials. Fompeyrine's contributions significantly impact the fields of electronics and materials science.

Latest Patents

Among his latest innovations, Fompeyrine has devised a method for fabricating a crystalline metal-phosphide hetero-layer. This method involves converting first and second crystalline metal-source layers into crystalline metal phosphide layers. The process begins with providing a crystalline base substrate and forming a metal-source layer, followed by a chemical conversion reaction to obtain the desired crystalline metal phosphide layer. This innovation holds potential for developing advanced semiconductor structures.

Another notable achievement includes his work on controlling voltage resistance through a metal-oxide device. This invention comprises a system featuring two electrodes connected to a computer system, which is designed to apply predetermined voltages to facilitate resistance increase. This method utilizes a combination of metal-oxide layers to enhance performance, showcasing his expertise in electronic components.

Career Highlights

Fompeyrine has worked with industry leaders such as IBM and Globalfoundries Inc., where he has contributed to groundbreaking advancements in technology and innovation. His experience in these companies has provided him with a strong foundation to develop his inventive solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Fompeyrine has collaborated with talented professionals, including Stefan Abel and Lukas Czornomaz. These partnerships have enriched his projects and facilitated the sharing of knowledge and skills, leading to remarkable outcomes in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Jean Fompeyrine's innovative spirit and engineering prowess have established him as a prominent figure in the realm of inventions and patents. With his wealth of experience and a growing list of patents, he continues to contribute significantly to technological advancements, impacting the future of electronics and materials science.

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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