Paolo Tessariol

This inventor holds 82 USPTO granted patents and 42 published patent applications and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Memory Devices (CPC class H01L23-5226). Top assignees: Micron Technology Incorporated, Lodestar Licensing Group LLC, Other. Active years: 2009-2026.

USPTO Granted Patents = 82 (Patent Applications = 42)

% Patents Active = 96.3

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 10)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.6

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 212(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 151(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Boise, ID (US) (2015 - 2017)
Montevelluna, IT (2017 - 2021)
Montebelluna, IT (2009 - 2023)
Arcore, IT (2018 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

74 out of 39,176

Micron Technology Incorporated

patents

3 out of 218

Lodestar Licensing Group LLC

patents

2 out of 834,453

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2009-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Memory Arrays

Microelectronic Devices

3D NAND

Integrated Assemblies

Capacitors

Memory Circuits

Dielectric Structures

Conductive Tiers

Isolation Regions

Stair Step Structures

Memory Cells

Vertical Contacts

82 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12751012 - Memory devices and related electronic systems (2026-09-29),

2. 12718847 - Integrated assemblies, and methods of forming integrated assemblies (2026-08-25),

3. 12575102 - Merged cavities and buried etch stops for three-dimensional memory arrays (2026-03-10),

4. 12543543 - Selective cavity merging for isolation regions in a memory die (2026-02-03),

5. 12526989 - Microelectronic devices, memory devices, and electronic systems, and methods of forming the same (2026-01-13),

6. 12520492 - Sub-block definition in a memory device using segmented source plates (2026-01-06),

7. 12477734 - Integrated assemblies and methods of forming integrated assemblies (2025-11-18),

8. 12464713 - Memory circuitry comprising strings of memory cells and method used in forming a memory array comprising strings of memory cells (2025-11-04),

9. 12463051 - Integrated structures, capacitors and methods of forming capacitors (2025-11-04),

10. 12457757 - Capacitors having vertical contacts extending through conductive tiers (2025-10-28),

11. 12417807 - Microelectronic devices including staircase structures, and related memory devices, electronic systems, and methods (2025-09-16),

12. 12374619 - Microelectronic devices with different staircased stadiums having consistent multi-tier step riser height, and related systems and methods (2025-07-29),

13. 12213317 - Memory arrays and methods used in forming a memory array comprising strings of memory cells (2025-01-28),

14. 12207473 - Memory devices (2025-01-21),

15. 12199070 - 3D NAND memory device devices and related electronic systems (2025-01-14),

Title: Paolo Tessariol: Innovator in Memory Technology

Introduction

Paolo Tessariol is a prominent inventor based in Arcore, Italy, known for his significant contributions to memory technology. With a remarkable portfolio of 82 patents, he has made substantial advancements in the field of three-dimensional memory arrays.

Latest Patents

Tessariol's latest patents include innovative methods, systems, and devices for merged cavities and buried etch stops for three-dimensional memory arrays. These patents describe processes where a row of cavities is formed using a cavity etching process, allowing for the merging of cavities to create trenches. Additionally, his work on selective cavity merging for isolation regions in a memory die outlines the formation of material structures that enhance electrical isolation within memory devices.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Tessariol has worked with notable companies such as Micron Technology Incorporated and Lodestar Licensing Group LLC. His expertise in memory technology has positioned him as a key player in the industry, contributing to advancements that have a lasting impact on memory device design and functionality.

Collaborations

Tessariol has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Indra V Chary and Justin B Dorhout, further enriching his work and expanding the scope of his innovations.

Conclusion

Paolo Tessariol's contributions to memory technology through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as a leading inventor in the field. His innovative approaches continue to shape the future of memory devices and their applications.