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Davis, CA, United States of America

Michael David Thomas

This inventor holds 20 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Genetic Engineering. Top assignees: Novozymes, Inc., Abbott Laboratories Corporation, Novozymes A/s. Active years: 1998-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael David Thomas. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-david-thomas

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 20 

% Patents Active = 75.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.9

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 137(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal7 out of 384 
 
Novozymes, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 4,190 
 
Abbott Laboratories Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal3 out of 1,427 
 
Novozymes A/s
 patents
4. 3 out of 135 
 
Valent Biosciences Corporation
 patents
5. 2 out of 63 
 
Novo Nordisk Biotech, Inc.
 patents
6. 1 out of 38 
 
Novozymes Biotech, Inc
 patents
7. 2 out of 834,601 
Other
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1998-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
CRISPR
Bacillus Thuringiensis
Polypeptide Production
Gene Expression
RNA-Guided Endonuclease
Protease Co-Expression
DNA Introduction
Pesticidal Activity
Messenger RNA
Nucleic Acids
Lepidopteran
Propeptide
20 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12668819 - CRISPR-AID USING CATALYTICALLY INACTIVE RNA-GUIDED ENDONUCLEASE (2026-06-30),
2. 11268081 - Improving expression of a protease by co-expression with propeptide (2022-03-08),
3. 9580700 - Methods of improving the introduction of DNA into bacterial cells (2017-02-28),
4. 8765199 - Mashing process (2014-07-01),
5. 8361771 - Methods of improving the introduction of DNA into bacterial cells (2013-01-29),
6. 8268586 - Modified messenger RNA stabilizing sequences for expressing genes in bacterial cells (2012-09-18),
7. 8236544 - Methods of improving the introduction of DNA into bacterial cells (2012-08-07),
8. 7820408 - Methods of improving the introduction of DNA into bacterial cells (2010-10-26),
9. 7179634 - [object Object] (2007-02-20),
10. 6303382 - Formation of and methods for the production of large bacillus thuringiensis crystals with increased pesticidal activity (2001-10-16),
11. 6280721 - Production of Bacillus thuringiensis integrants (2001-08-28),
12. 6280720 - Formation of and methods for the production of large Bacillus thuringiensis crystals with increased pesticidal activity (2001-08-28),
13. 6270760 - Production of Bacillus thuringiensis integrants (2001-08-07),
14. 6255076 - Methods for producing a polypeptide in a Bacillus cell (2001-07-03),
15. 6184028 - Polypeptides having pectin acetylesterase activity and nucleic acids encoding same (2001-02-06),

Title: Michael David Thomas: Innovator in Pesticidal Activity Enhancement

Introduction

Michael David Thomas is a notable inventor based in Davis, CA (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of biotechnology, particularly in the production of Bacillus thuringiensis crystals with enhanced pesticidal properties. With a total of 20 patents to his name, Thomas has established himself as a key figure in agricultural innovation.

Latest Patents

One of his latest patents focuses on the "Formation of and methods for the production of large Bacillus thuringiensis crystals with increased pesticidal activity." This invention describes a method for producing integrants that yield a larger quantity of crystal delta-endotoxin, which exhibits greater pesticidal activity compared to the delta-endotoxin produced by the parental strain. The integrant-produced delta-endotoxin retains its effectiveness against the same pests as its predecessor. This patent also encompasses the integrants, compositions containing these integrants, and methods for pest control utilizing these compositions.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Michael David Thomas has worked with prominent companies such as Valent Biosciences Corporation and Abbott Laboratories Corporation. His work in these organizations has contributed to advancements in pest control technologies and agricultural practices.

Collaborations

Some of his notable coworkers include Lee Fremont Adams and William R. Widner. Their collaborative efforts have likely played a role in the development of innovative solutions in the field.

Conclusion

Michael David Thomas is a distinguished inventor whose work in enhancing pesticidal activity through innovative methods has made a significant impact in agriculture. His contributions continue to influence pest control strategies and agricultural productivity.

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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