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Tokyo, Japan

Masahiro Saikou

This inventor holds 25 USPTO granted patents and 33 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Image Processing Technology. Top assignees: Nec Corporation, National Cancer Center. Active years: 2015-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masahiro Saikou. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masahiro-saikou

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 25 

% Patents Active = 88.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.6

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 2(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal25 out of 36,735 
 
Nec Corporation
 patents
silverMedal4 out of 264 
 
National Cancer Center
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2015-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Image Processing
Endoscopic Examination
Surgical Support
Machine Learning
Target Identification
Personal Authentication
Information Processing
Location Estimation
Acoustic Devices
Diagnosis Apparatus
Model Generation
25 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12602779 - Image processing device, image processing method and storage medium (2026-04-14),
2. 12593957 - Endoscopic examination support apparatus, endoscopic examination support method, and recording medium (2026-04-07),
3. 12591975 - Image processing device, image processing method, and storage medium (2026-03-31),
4. 12557967 - Endoscopic examination support apparatus, endoscopic examination support method, and recording medium (2026-02-24),
5. 12530877 - Display candidate area information according to display mode determined for decision-making based on evaluation result by machine learning model (2026-01-20),
6. 12295549 - Surgical operation support apparatus, surgical operation support method, and computer-readable recording medium (2025-05-13),
7. 12295545 - Information processing apparatus, control method, and program (2025-05-13),
8. 12285151 - Target part identification among human-body internal images (2025-04-29),
9. 12268357 - Target part identification among human-body internal images (2025-04-08),
10. 12262864 - Target part identification among human-body internal images (2025-04-01),
11. 12216752 - Personal authentication device based on echo sounds, personal authentication method, and recording medium (2025-02-04),
12. 12201262 - Target part identification among human-body internal images (2025-01-21),
13. 12189745 - Acoustic personal authentication device, personal authentication method, and recording medium (2025-01-07),
14. 12161287 - Surgery assistance apparatus, surgery assistance method, and computer-readable recording medium (2024-12-10),
15. 12082770 - Location estimation apparatus, location estimation method, and computer readable recording medium (2024-09-10),

Title: **Masahiro Saikou: A Pioneer in Surgical Assistance Technologies**

Introduction

Masahiro Saikou, an innovative inventor based in Tokyo, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of medical technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 18 patents, his work primarily focuses on enhancing the accuracy of endoscopic surgeries through advanced image processing techniques.

Latest Patents

One of Saikou's latest patents addresses the identification of target parts within human-body internal images. This invention includes a surgery assistance apparatus, a method, and a computer-readable recording medium that contains a surgery assistance program. The apparatus features a calculation unit that assesses the characteristics of target images captured via an endoscope. Moreover, it employs a similarity degree calculation unit to compare feature amounts across different internal images, identifying the target part when a certain threshold in similarity is met. This breakthrough aims to improve surgical precision, particularly in intricate procedures.

Career Highlights

Saikou has had a fruitful career working with prestigious organizations, including NEC Corporation and the National Cancer Center. His experience in these institutions has significantly influenced his innovative approach to medical technology, particularly in areas related to surgical assistance.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Masahiro Saikou has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Hitoshi Imaoka and Ikuma Takahashi. Their collective expertise has likely played a crucial role in advancing the technologies and methodologies that Saikou has developed.

Conclusion

Masahiro Saikou stands out as a pivotal figure in the realm of surgical assistance innovations. His patented technologies are indicative of his commitment to improving patient outcomes through enhanced medical procedures. As he continues to innovate, the medical field can anticipate even greater advancements in surgical assistance technologies in the future.

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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