Naoaki Taoka

This inventor holds 26 USPTO granted patents and 15 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Plant Biotechnology. Top assignees: Kaneka Corporation, Kanegafuchi Chemical Industry Co., Ltd., Kws Saat Se * Co. Kgaa. Active years: 1992-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Naoaki Taoka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/naoaki-taoka

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 26 (Patent Applications = 15)

% Patents Active = 65.4

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 2)

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 12)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.1

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 34(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Kobe, JP (1998 - 2004)
Takasago, JP (1992 - 2023)
Hyogo, JP (2003 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

Kanegafuchi Chemical Industry Co., Ltd.

patents

1 out of 86

Kws Saat Se * Co. Kgaa

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1992-2023

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Areas of Expertise:

Polyhydroxyalkanoate

Genome Editing

Fertilizer Composition

Plant Transformation

Optically Active Compounds

NADH Oxidase

Carbonyl Reductase

Controlled-Release Fertilizer

Amidase

Optically Active Derivatives

Chlorohydroxyacetone

Simvastatin

26 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11634696 - Mutant polyhydroxyalkanoate synthetase, gene and transformant thereof, and method for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate (2023-04-25),

2. 11591605 - Plant genome editing method (2023-02-28),

3. 11518998 - Method for creating transformed plant (2022-12-06),

4. 11499158 - Method for modifying plant (2022-11-15),

5. 11186831 - Mutant polyhydroxyalkanoate synthase, gene thereof and transformant, and method for producing polyhydroxyalkanoate (2021-11-30),

6. 10662124 - Fertilizer composition containing oxidized glutathione and fertilizer element for foliar application (2020-05-26),

7. 10596221 - Controlled-release fertilizer comprising oxidized glutathione (2020-03-24),

8. 10550399 - Plant transformation method using plant growth inhibiting hormone (2020-02-04),

9. 9783796 - Amidase, gene for the same, vector, transformant, and method for production of optically active carboxylic acid amide and optically active carboxylic acid by using any one of those items (2017-10-10),

10. 9464306 - Method for producing L-amino acid (2016-10-11),

11. 9376667 - Protein having NADH and/or NADPH oxidase activity (2016-06-28),

12. 9315782 - Isolated DNA encoding protein having improved stability (2016-04-19),

13. 9303062 - Solid oxidized glutathione salt and method for producing same (2016-04-05),

14. 8338142 - Method for producing optically active 3-aminopiperidine or salt thereof (2012-12-25),

15. 8008461 - Carbonyl reductase, gene therefor and use thereof (2011-08-30),

Title: Naoaki Taoka: Innovator in Polyhydroxyalkanoate Synthesis and Plant Genome Editing

Introduction

Naoaki Taoka is a prominent inventor based in Takasago, Japan, known for his substantial contributions to the fields of biotechnology and polymer science. With an impressive portfolio of 26 patents, Taoka has made significant strides, particularly in the development of innovative methods for polyhydroxyalkanoate synthesis and plant genome editing.

Latest Patents

Among Taoka's notable inventions is the "Mutant Polyhydroxyalkanoate Synthetase, Gene and Transformant Thereof, and Method for Producing Polyhydroxyalkanoate." This patent features a mutant polyhydroxyalkanoate synthetase characterized by an amino acid sequence with 85% or more identity to a specified sequence, incorporating crucial mutations that enhance its functionality. His work allows for more efficient production methods of polyhydroxyalkanoate, a valuable biopolymer.

Another significant patent is the "Plant Genome Editing Method." This innovative approach involves utilizing a microparticle coated with nucleic acids and proteins to facilitate precise gene editing in plants. By bombarding the shoot apex of the plant with this microparticle, Taoka's method introduces specific deletions, insertions, or substitutions in the plant's genome, thereby contributing to advancements in agricultural biotechnology.

Career Highlights

Naoaki Taoka has held positions in notable companies including Kaneka Corporation and Kanegafuchi Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. His career is marked by a continuous pursuit of innovation and excellence in research, leading to the successful development of multiple patented technologies that have made an impact on various industries.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Taoka has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as Kenji Inoue and Daisuke Moriyama. These partnerships have fostered an environment of creativity and collaboration, pushing the boundaries of research and development in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Naoaki Taoka's contributions to the fields of biotechnology and polymer science exemplify the spirit of innovation that drives modern scientific research. His patents not only advance our understanding of polyhydroxyalkanoate synthesis and plant genome editing but also pave the way for future advancements. As he continues to innovate, Taoka remains a vital figure in the landscape of modern invention and technology.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.