Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2016
Title: Masayasu Kitagawa - Innovator in DPP-4 Inhibitors
Introduction
Masayasu Kitagawa is an inventor based in Takasago-shi, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of diabetes prevention through his innovative research. His work focuses on developing a DPP-4 inhibitor derived from food sources, which is suitable for oral ingestion.
Latest Patent Applications
Masayasu Kitagawa's notable patent application is for a Dipeptidyl Peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor. This invention aims to provide a DPP-4 inhibitor that utilizes food as a raw material, enhancing both flavor and absorbability. The application describes a composition for the prevention and/or amelioration of diabetes that includes the DPP-4 inhibitor. The DPP-4 inhibitor is obtained by treating azuki beans or kidney beans with a microorganism or a proteolytic enzyme produced by the microorganism. Specifically, a preferable DPP-4 inhibitor can be achieved by hydrolyzing an azuki bean with koji mold or a proteolytic enzyme derived from the koji mold to fragment the protein in the azuki bean.
Conclusion
Masayasu Kitagawa's innovative approach to developing DPP-4 inhibitors highlights the potential of using food sources in medical applications. His work contributes to the ongoing efforts in diabetes prevention and treatment.