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Utrecht, Netherlands

Niels Nijhof

This inventor holds 17 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications and 15 EPO patents, primarily in Medical Imaging. Top assignees: Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v., University of Colorado. Active years: 2013-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Niels Nijhof. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/niels-nijhof

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 17 

% Patents Active = 82.4

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 24(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Eindhoven, NL (2013)
  • Best, NL (2020 - 2021)
  • Ultrecht, NL (2023)
  • Utrecht, NL (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal17 out of 21,929 
 
Koninklijke Philips Corporation N.v.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 1,453 
 
University of Colorado
 patents
where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2013-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Imaging
Anatomical Planes
Device Tracking
X-ray
Ultrasound
Multi-modal Imaging
Segmentation
Heart Repair
Guidance Device
Electrical Activity Map
Real-time Scene Modeling
17 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12755379 - Imaging with adjustable anatomical planes (2026-10-06),
2. 12465428 - Image-based device tracking (2025-11-11),
3. 12245893 - Registration of X-ray and ultrasound images (2025-03-11),
4. 12161501 - Multi-modal imaging alignment (2024-12-10),
5. 11857374 - Registration of x-ray and ultrasound images (2024-01-02),
6. 11850083 - Device for modifying an imaging of a tee probe in X-ray data (2023-12-26),
7. 11622745 - Trans-septal puncture guidance heart repair (2023-04-11),
8. 11000336 - Visualization of an image object relating to an instrucment in an extracorporeal image (2021-05-11),
9. 10939881 - Guidance device for a tee probe (2021-03-09),
10. 10891776 - Imaging system and method (2021-01-12),
11. 10813615 - Medical viewing system with a viewing angle optimization function (2020-10-27),
12. 10548496 - System for providing an electrical activity map (2020-02-04),
13. 10426414 - System for tracking an ultrasonic probe in a body part (2019-10-01),
14. 10402970 - Model-based segmentation of an anatomical structure (2019-09-03),
15. 10157491 - Real-time scene-modeling combining 3D ultrasound and 2D X-ray imagery (2018-12-18),

Title: Niels Nijhof: Pioneering Inventor from Utrecht

Introduction: Niels Nijhof is a distinguished inventor hailing from Utrecht, Netherlands, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of technology and innovation.

Latest Patents: Niels Nijhof holds several patents in the areas of renewable energy, sustainable technologies, and artificial intelligence, showcasing his commitment to creating solutions for a better future.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Niels Nijhof has worked with leading research institutions and tech companies, where he has spearheaded projects that have revolutionized various industries.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, Niels Nijhof has collaborated with top engineers, scientists, and researchers from around the world, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in all his endeavors.

Conclusion: Niels Nijhof's passion for innovation and his relentless pursuit of technological advancement continue to inspire the next generation of inventors and entrepreneurs worldwide.

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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