Otawara, Japan

Masatoshi Hanawa

This inventor holds 19 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Top assignees: Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba, Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation, Kabushiki Kaishi Toshiba. Active years: 1984-2014.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Masatoshi Hanawa. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/masatoshi-hanawa

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

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% Patents Active = 84.2

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.4

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 225(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Tochigi, JP (1990)
  • Ootawara, JP (1987 - 1991)
  • Otawara, JP (1984 - 2014)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1984-2014

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Areas of Expertise:
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
MRI Apparatus
Temperature Control
Spectroscopy System
Shim Coil
Radiation Detector
Imaging Method
Diagnosis Apparatus
Coil System
Nuclear Imaging
19 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: The Innovative Mind of Masatoshi Hanawa: Pioneering Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Introduction: Masatoshi Hanawa, an esteemed inventor based in Otawara, Japan, has made significant contributions to the field of medical imaging. With a remarkable portfolio of 19 patents, he has dedicated his career to advancing technologies that enhance diagnostic capabilities and improve patient care.

Latest Patents: His latest innovations in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) include a cutting-edge apparatus and method designed to optimize imaging conditions. The MRI apparatus features an imaging condition acquisition unit that acquires essential factors such as optimum amplitude and optimum phase of a radio frequency transmission signal. This development aims to reduce data deviation in critical regions of interest within an object, resulting in more accurate image data acquisition.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Masatoshi Hanawa has made a notable impact while working with renowned companies such as Kabushiki Kaisha Toshiba and Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation. His expertise in MRI technology has not only contributed to his professional success but has also propelled advancements in medical imaging on a broader scale.

Collaborations: In addition to his impressive accomplishments, Hanawa has collaborated with distinguished colleagues, including Kazuto Nakabayashi and Hiroshi Hayakawa. Their collective efforts have furthered the development of innovative technologies within the medical imaging sector.

Conclusion: Masatoshi Hanawa's dedication to innovation in magnetic resonance imaging exemplifies the spirit of invention. His contributions continue to shape the future of medical diagnostics, making a lasting impact on both the industry and patient outcomes. As he persists in his work, the promise of more groundbreaking inventions lies ahead.

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