This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Inra. Active years: 1980.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1980
Title: Pierre Thivend: Innovator in Starch Determination Technology
Introduction
Pierre Thivend is a notable inventor based in Romagnat, France. He has made significant contributions to the field of starch determination through his innovative methods and systems. His work focuses on enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of measuring starch content in various substrates.
Latest Patents
Thivend holds a patent for an "Automatic method for the determination of starch." This invention provides a method and system for the automatic determination of the weight of starch or similar substances in both simple and complex substrates. The process involves the dispersion of starch using ultrasonics, followed by continuous enzymatic hydrolysis in a segmented manner. Additionally, the colorimetric determination of glucose obtained from this process is also conducted continuously in a segmented form.
Career Highlights
Pierre Thivend is associated with INRA, a prominent research institution in France. His work at INRA has allowed him to focus on innovative research and development in the field of starch analysis. His contributions have been instrumental in advancing methodologies that improve the accuracy of starch determination.
Collaborations
Thivend has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Christiane Mercier-Greenwood and Andre Guilbot. These collaborations have fostered a productive environment for innovation and research in starch determination technologies.
Conclusion
Pierre Thivend's work in the automatic determination of starch represents a significant advancement in analytical methods. His innovative approach continues to influence the field and improve the accuracy of starch measurement in various applications.