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Carrollton, TX, United States of America

Michael Matthew Folkerts

This inventor holds 21 USPTO granted patents and 9 published patent applications and 8 EPO patents, primarily in Radiation Therapy. Top assignees: Varian Medical Systems, Inc., Siemens Healthineers International Ag, Varian Medical Systems Particle Therapy Gmbh & Co Kg. Active years: 2021-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Michael Matthew Folkerts. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/michael-matthew-folkerts

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 21 

% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.6

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 41(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal13 out of 742 
 
Varian Medical Systems, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal12 out of 179 
 
Siemens Healthineers International Ag
 patents
bronzeMedal9 out of 23 
 
Varian Medical Systems Particle Therapy Gmbh & Co Kg
 patents
4. 6 out of 298 
 
Varian Medical Systems International Ag
 patents
5. 3 out of 41 
 
Varian Medical Systems Particle Therapy Gmbh
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2021-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Radiation Treatment Planning
Dose Rate Metrics
Flash Therapy
Biological Equivalent Dose
Graphical User Interface
High Dose Rate Radiotherapy
Oncology Information System
Model Based Optimization
Dose Rate Prescription
Spatially Fractioned Radiation
Treatment Parameter Assessment
Quality Assurance
21 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12599781 - Assessing treatment parameters for radiation treatment planning (2026-04-14),
2. 12447356 - Radiation therapy treatment planning and radiation therapy treatment including mu distribution visualization (2025-10-21),
3. 12403328 - Enhanced dose rate/ultra-high dose rate radiation and spatially fractioned radiation therapy (2025-09-02),
4. 12383765 - Biological equivalent dose informed flash radiation therapy (2025-08-12),
5. 12383764 - Energy treatment plan quality assurance dose rate metric apparatus and method (2025-08-12),
6. 12327013 - Graphical user interface control device for radiation therapy treatment planning (2025-06-10),
7. 12311198 - Flash therapy treatment planning and oncology information system having dose rate prescription and dose rate mapping (2025-05-27),
8. 12311196 - Monitor unit optimization constraint in radiation treatment planning (2025-05-27),
9. 12186592 - Radiotherapy dose analysis methods and systems (2025-01-07),
10. 12186587 - High dose rate radiotherapy treatment planning, system and method (2025-01-07),
11. 12083356 - Model based PBS optimization for flash therapy treatment planning and oncology information system (2024-09-10),
12. 11992703 - Correlation of dose and dose rate information to volume for radiation treatment planning (2024-05-28),
13. 11865364 - Flash therapy treatment planning and oncology information system having dose rate prescription and dose rate mapping (2024-01-09),
14. 11865361 - System and method for scanning pattern optimization for flash therapy treatment planning (2024-01-09),
15. 11590364 - Material inserts for radiation therapy (2023-02-28),

Title: **Michael Matthew Folkerts: Innovator in Radiation Therapy Technology**

Introduction

Michael Matthew Folkerts, based in Carrollton, TX, is a distinguished inventor known for his significant contributions to radiation therapy technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 18 patents, Folkerts focuses on innovations that enhance the efficacy and safety of patient treatment in the medical field.

Latest Patents

Folkerts holds several cutting-edge patents, including:

1. **Biological Equivalent Dose Informed Flash Radiation Therapy** - This patent involves a control circuit that accesses information related to radiation dose deposition over time for a specific patient, alongside at least one biological parameter. The control circuit calculates a biological equivalent dose based on these parameters to ensure a tailored treatment approach for each patient.

2. **Energy Treatment Plan Quality Assurance Dose Rate Metric Apparatus and Method** - This invention optimizes energy treatment plans, particularly Flash energy treatment plans. The control circuit identifies the delivery dose rate of energy applied in accordance with the optimized treatment plan, subsequently determining a quality assurance dose rate metric. This information is then communicated to the user to ensure treatment efficacy.

Career Highlights

Folkerts has built a reputation through his work with leading companies in the medical technology sector, including Varian Medical Systems, Inc. and Siemens Healthineers International AG. His role in these organizations has allowed him to develop innovative solutions that address complex challenges in radiation treatment.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Folkerts has collaborated with talented professionals such as Jessica Perez and Anthony Magliari. Their collective efforts have contributed significantly to advancing technology in the field of radiation therapy.

Conclusion

Michael Matthew Folkerts exemplifies the spirit of innovation in medical technology. Through his patents and collaborations, he continues to push the boundaries of radiation therapy, ultimately improving patient outcomes and advancing the capabilities of healthcare technology.

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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