Mark James Ford

This inventor holds 53 USPTO granted patents and 14 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 47 EPO patents, primarily in Phosphorus Chemistry (CPC class C07C). Top assignees: Bayer Cropscience Ag, Bayer Intellectual Property Gmbh, Basf Se Corporation. Active years: 2000-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Mark James Ford. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/mark-james-ford

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 53 (Patent Applications = 14)

% Patents Active = 83.0

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 3)

EPO Patents = 47 (Patent Applications = 60)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.7

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 50(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 33(Dec 10, 2025)

Inventors with similar research interests:

Location History:

Bad Soden, DE (2000 - 2012)
Schmitten-Oberreifenberg, DE (2010 - 2012)
Schmitten, DE (2013 - 2017)
Schmitten, GB (2018)
Wiesbaden-Breckenhelm, DE (2019)
Leverkusen, DE (2020)
Wiesbach-Breckenheim, DE (2020)
Wiesbaden-Breckenheim, DE (2017 - 2021)

Company Filing History:

Bayer Intellectual Property Gmbh

Bayer Aktiengesellschaft

patents

5. 3 out of 271

Bayer Cropscience Gmbh

patents

6. 2 out of 55

Aventis Cropscience Gmbh

patents

7. 2 out of 161

Hoechst Schering Agrevo Gmbh

patents

8. 1 out of 54

Bayer Animal Health Gmbh

patents

9. 1 out of 5,383

Centre National De La Recherche Scientifique

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2000-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Cyanohydrins

Phosphorus Compounds

Amino Nitriles

Sulfonates

Benzofuran Derivatives

Dihydroisoxazole

Oxindoles

Halogenated Benzylamines

Alkaline Earth Metals

Carbamate Derivatives

Triazines

Fungicides

53 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12703690 - Process for preparing alkyl-4-oxotetrahydrofuran-2-carboxylate (2026-08-11),

2. 10961265 - Process for preparing phosphorus containing cyanohydrins (2021-03-30),

3. 10941167 - Process for producing phosphorus-containing cyanohydrin esters (2021-03-09),

4. 10906893 - Method for preparing methyl 4-[(4,5-dihydro-3-methoxy-4-methyl-5-oxo-1H-1,2,4-triazol-1-yl)carbonyl)sulfamoyl]-5-methylthiophene-3-carboxylate (2021-02-02),

5. 10822358 - Process for preparing phosphorus-containing alpha-aminonitriles (2020-11-03),

6. 10710972 - Method for preparing substituted 2,3-dihydro-1-benzofuran derivatives (2020-07-14),

7. 10647667 - Method for preparing 3-substituted 2-vinylphenyl sulfonates (2020-05-12),

8. 10618872 - Process for preparing 3-chloro-2-vinylphenylsulfonates (2020-04-14),

9. 10611785 - Process for producing phosphorus-containing cyanohydrin esters (2020-04-07),

10. 10494350 - Process for producing biguanidine salts and s-triazines (2019-12-03),

11. 10479768 - Process for the preparation of amphiphilic imidazolinium compounds (2019-11-19),

12. 10457651 - Method for producing 3-alkylsulfanyl-2-chloro-N-(1-alkyl-1H-tetrazol-5-yl)-4-trifluoromethyl-benzamides (2019-10-29),

13. 10384995 - Method for preparing substituted styrene derivatives (2019-08-20),

14. 10349656 - Difluoromethyl-nicotinic-indanyl carboxamides (2019-07-16),

15. 10336742 - Process for preparing thiazole derivatives (2019-07-02),

Title: Mark James Ford: A Pioneer in Phosphorus-Containing Cyanohydrins

Introduction

Mark James Ford, based in Wiesbaden-Breckenheim, Germany, is an esteemed inventor with an impressive portfolio of 52 patents. His innovative work primarily focuses on phosphorus-containing compounds, offering significant advancements in agricultural chemistry.

Latest Patents

Two of his latest patents showcase his expertise in the field:

1. **Process for Preparing Phosphorus Containing Cyanohydrins** - This invention pertains to a method for synthesizing specific phosphorus-containing cyanohydrins, which are critical for the manufacture of glufosinate and its associated salts. Additionally, it discusses particular mixtures that facilitate the preparation of these cyanohydrins.

2. **Process for Producing Phosphorus-Containing Cyanohydrin Esters** - This patent outlines a process for creating phosphorus-containing cyanohydrin esters and their application in producing glufosinate and glufosinate salts. The innovation represents a significant step forward in the synthesis of these important agricultural chemicals.

Career Highlights

Mark has had a distinguished career, marked by his tenure with notable companies such as Bayer CropScience AG and Bayer Intellectual Property GmbH. His work at these organizations has solidified his reputation as a leading innovator in agricultural chemistry.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Mark has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Gunter Karig and Hans-Joachim Ressel. Their combined expertise has facilitated the development of innovative processes and products in the field of chemistry.

Conclusion

Mark James Ford has made a remarkable impact through his patents and research initiatives. His contributions, particularly in the area of phosphorus-containing cyanohydrins, continue to advance the agricultural sector, exemplifying the importance of innovation in addressing modern agricultural challenges.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.