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Yokohama, Japan

Katsuhiko Mikuni

This inventor holds 11 USPTO granted patents and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Ensuiko Sugar Refining Co., Ltd., Bio Research Corporation of Yokohama, Kaken Pharmaceutical Company, Ltd.. Active years: 1990-2025.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Katsuhiko Mikuni. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/katsuhiko-mikuni

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 11

% Patents Active = 90.9

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.4

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 57(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Yokoyama, JP (2000)
  • Yokohama, JP (1990 - 2002)
  • Kanagawa, JP (2001 - 2020)
  • Tokyo, JP (2021)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal8 out of 29 
 
Ensuiko Sugar Refining Co., Ltd.
 patents
silverMedal2 out of 4 
 
Bio Research Corporation of Yokohama
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 136 
 
Kaken Pharmaceutical Company, Ltd.
 patents
4. 2 out of 23 
 
Osaka Research Institute of Industrial Science and Technology
 patents
5. 1 out of 1 
 
Director of National Food Research Institute, Minstry of Agriculture,
 patent
6. 1 out of 1 
 
Ensuiko Sugar Regining Co., Ltd.
 patent
7. 1 out of 1 
 
Hiroki Hamada
 patent
8. 1 out of 138 
 
Okayama University
 patents
9. 1 out of 1 
 
Tadakatsu Mandai
 patent
10. 1 out of 1 
 
Yoshio Shimizu
 patent
11. 4 out of 834,513 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1990-2025

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11 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12241112 - D-glucaric acid producing bacterium, and method for manufacturing D-glucaric acid (2025-03-04),
2. 10975396 - D-glucaric acid producing bacterium, and method for manufacturing D-glucaric acid (2021-04-13),
3. 10682330 - Method for producing liposome encapsulating paclitaxel monoglycoside and/or docetaxel monoglycoside (2020-06-16),
4. 6410757 - Baccatin derivatives and a process for producing the same (2002-06-25),
5. 6306893 - Taxoid derivatives and process for producing the same (2001-10-23),
6. 6136990 - Taxoid compound and method for producing the same (2000-10-24),
7. 6075132 - Ursodeoxycholic acid derivatives and methods for producing them (2000-06-13),
8. 5854408 - Process for acylating the 1-position of saccharides (1998-12-29),
9. 5767297 - Taxoid derivative and method of producing thereof (1998-06-16),
10. 5684169 - Cyclodextrin inclusion complex of taxol, and method for its production (1997-11-04),
11. 4931389 - Method for the preparation of multiple glucosyl branched-cyclodextrins (1990-06-05),

Title: Innovations of Katsuhiko Mikuni

Introduction

Katsuhiko Mikuni is a prominent inventor based in Yokohama, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of biotechnology, particularly in the production of D-glucaric acid. With a total of 11 patents to his name, Mikuni's work has the potential to impact various industries.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents involves a D-glucaric acid-producing bacterium and a method for manufacturing D-glucaric acid. This invention is characterized by the production of D-glucaric acid or its salts from saccharides such as D-glucose, D-gluconic acid, and D-glucuronic acid. The process utilizes the catalytic action of specific enzymes, namely alcohol dehydrogenase PQQ-ADH (1) and aldehyde dehydrogenase PQQ-ALDH (2). This innovative method aims to enhance the productivity of D-glucaric acid, making it more efficient for industrial applications.

Career Highlights

Mikuni has worked with notable companies, including Ensuiko Sugar Refining Co., Ltd. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in the field of biotechnology and innovation.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Mikuni has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Kozo Hara and Tadakatsu Mandai. These partnerships have likely fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of groundbreaking inventions.

Conclusion

Katsuhiko Mikuni's contributions to the field of biotechnology, particularly through his patents related to D-glucaric acid production, highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to advancing scientific knowledge. His work continues to pave the way for future developments in this important area.

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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