Lucien Bovet

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 8 published patent applications, plus 2 CIPO patents and 11 EPO patents. Top assignees: Philip Morris Products S.a., North Carolina State University. Active years: 2016-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 16 (Patent Applications = 8)

% Patents Active = 93.8

CIPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 9)

EPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 22)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.9

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 5(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Neuchatel, CH (2020)
La-chaux-de-Fonds, CH (2016 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

16 out of 1,438

Philip Morris Products S.a.

patents

1 out of 1,488

North Carolina State University

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2016-2026

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16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12742174 - MODULATING ALKALOID PROFILES IN NICOTIANA TABACUM (2026-09-22),

2. 12672666 - Method for treating tobacco material and treated tobacco material (2026-07-07),

3. 12516337 - MODULATING AMINO ACID CONTENT IN A PLANT (2026-01-06),

4. 12419264 - Modulating sugar and amino acid content in a plant (SULTR3) (2025-09-23),

5. 12291714 - Modulating reducing sugar content in a plant (INV) (2025-05-06),

6. 11976286 - Modulation of nitrate levels in plants via mutation of nitrate reductase (2024-05-07),

7. 11685929 - Plants with shortened time to flowering (2023-06-27),

8. 11666082 - Reducing tobacco specific nitrosamines through alteration of the nitrate assimilation pathway (2023-06-06),

9. 11591609 - Modulating reducing sugar content in a plant (2023-02-28),

10. 11213004 - Reducing cadmium accumulation in field grown tobacco plants (2022-01-04),

11. 10883114 - Plants with reduced asparagine content (2021-01-05),

12. 10563215 - Tobacco specific nitrosamine reduction in plants (2020-02-18),

13. 10501732 - Threonine synthase from nicotiana tabacum and methods and uses thereof (2019-12-10),

14. 10415050 - Reduction of nicotine to nornicotine conversion in plants (2019-09-17),

15. 9683240 - Modulating beta-damascenone in plants (2017-06-20),

Title: Lucien Bovet: Innovator in Plant Biotechnology

Introduction

Lucien Bovet is a prominent inventor based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. He has made significant contributions to the field of plant biotechnology, holding a total of 13 patents. His work focuses on modulating sugar and amino acid content in plants, which has important implications for agriculture and food production.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents is titled "Modulating sugar and amino acid content in a plant (SULTR3)." This patent describes a plant cell that includes a polynucleotide with a specific sequence identity to various SEQ IDs. It also encompasses polypeptides encoded by these polynucleotides, which can be modified to enhance the expression or activity of the polynucleotide or polypeptide. Another significant patent is "Modulating reducing sugar content in a plant (INV)," which similarly details a plant cell with a polynucleotide that has a defined sequence identity. This invention aims to modulate the expression or activity of the polynucleotide or polypeptide, contributing to advancements in plant genetics.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Lucien Bovet has worked with notable organizations, including Philip Morris Products S.A. and North Carolina State University. His experience in these institutions has allowed him to collaborate with other experts in the field and further his research in plant biotechnology.

Collaborations

Some of his coworkers include Simon Goepfert and Verena Liedschulte. Their collaborative efforts have contributed to the development of innovative solutions in plant science.

Conclusion

Lucien Bovet's work in plant biotechnology exemplifies the impact of innovation on agriculture. His patents reflect a commitment to enhancing plant characteristics, which can lead to improved crop yields and sustainability.