Marino Brocchetta

This inventor holds 18 USPTO granted patents, plus 5 CIPO patents and 5 EPO patents, primarily in Diagnostic Imaging. Top assignees: Dibra S.p.a., Bracco Imaging S.p.a., Bracco International Bv. Active years: 1995-2015.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Marino Brocchetta. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/marino-brocchetta

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 18

% Patents Active = 88.9

CIPO Patents = 5

EPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 4)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.5

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 46(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Milan, IT (1995 - 2008)
Pavia, IT (1996 - 2015)

Company Filing History:

Bracco Imaging S.p.a.

patents

2 out of 108

Bracco International Bv

patents

Years Active: 1995-2015

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Areas of Expertise:

Contrast Agents

Bile Acid Derivatives

Manganese Chelates

Triiodinated Carboxylic

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance

Diagnostic Imaging

Iodinated Contrast Agents

Functionalized Derivatives

Serum Relaxivity

Macrocyclic Chelants

Blood Pool Agents

18 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 9096495 - Process for the preparation of triiodinated carboxylic aromatic derivatives (2015-08-04),

2. 8835685 - Process for the preparation of contrast agents (2014-09-16),

3. 7368101 - Process for the preparation of iopamidol and the new intermediates therein (2008-05-06),

4. 7244864 - Process for the preparation of N,N-substituted 5-amino-1,3-benzenedicarboxamides (2007-07-17),

5. 7034183 - Process for the preparation of iopamidol and the new intermediated therein (2006-04-25),

6. 6897311 - Process for the preparation of decahydro-2a,4a,6a,8a-tetraazacyclopent[fg]acenaphthylene and functionalized derivatives (2005-05-24),

7. 6479681 - Bile acid salts (2002-11-12),

8. 6461588 - Use of bile acid conjugates, derivatives thereof with metal complexes as blood pool agents for nuclear magnetic resonance diagnostics (2002-10-08),

9. 6458337 - Diagnostic imaging contrast agent with improved in serum relaxivity (2002-10-01),

10. 6337064 - Manganese chelates with high relaxivity in serum (2002-01-08),

11. 6307074 - Process for the preparation of bile acid derivatives (2001-10-23),

12. 5763663 - Process for the manufacturing of iodinated contrast agents (1998-06-09),

13. 5728877 - Process for the manufacturing of iodinated contrast agents (1998-03-17),

14. 5708166 - Macrocyclic chelants, their chelates and uses thereof in the diagnostic (1998-01-13),

15. 5663413 - Biphenyl iodinated derivatives and their diagnostic use (1997-09-02),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Marino Brocchetta

Introduction

Marino Brocchetta is a prominent inventor based in Milan, Italy, known for his significant contributions to the field of chemistry and pharmaceuticals. With a total of 18 patents to his name, Brocchetta has made remarkable advancements, particularly in the preparation of contrast agents used in medical imaging.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, one notable invention is the "Process for the preparation of triiodinated carboxylic aromatic derivatives." This invention focuses on a method for creating carboxamido compounds, specifically 2,4,6-triiodoisophthalic acid derivatives, which serve as essential intermediates for X-ray contrast media, including iopamidol. The process involves reacting suitable N-sulfinyl intermediate compounds with a commercially available α-hydroxyacid or its salt. Another significant patent is the "Process for the preparation of contrast agents," which details a method for synthesizing 5-[(2-hydroxyacyl)amino]-2,4,6-triiodo-1,3-benzendicarboxamidic derivatives through the Smiles rearrangement of a suitable precursor, utilizing an aqueous solution in contact with an anion exchanger solid phase.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Marino Brocchetta has worked with notable companies such as Dibra S.p.a. and Bracco Imaging S.p.a. His work in these organizations has contributed to the development of innovative solutions in the medical imaging sector.

Collaborations

Brocchetta has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Pier Lucio Anelli and Fulvio Uggeri, enhancing the impact of his inventions through teamwork and shared expertise.

Conclusion

Marino Brocchetta's innovative work and numerous patents have significantly advanced the field of medical imaging, showcasing his dedication to improving healthcare through chemistry. His contributions continue to influence the development of effective contrast agents used in diagnostic procedures.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.