Richard E Walters

This inventor holds 16 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 4 CIPO patents and 4 EPO patents, primarily in Electroporation Technology. Top assignees: Cyto Pulse Sciences, Inc., Cellectis S.a., Cellectis. Active years: 1987-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Richard E Walters. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/richard-e-walters

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

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USPTO Granted Patents = 16 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 87.5

CIPO Patents = 4

EPO Patents = 4 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 1.8

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 561(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Manchester, NH (US) (1987)
Temecula, CA (US) (2017)
Columbia, MD (US) (2000 - 2018)
Severna Park, MD (US) (2015 - 2023)

Company Filing History:

8 out of 8

Cyto Pulse Sciences, Inc.

4. 4 out of 834,601

Other

patents

Years Active: 1987-2023

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Areas of Expertise:

Electroporation

Vaccine Delivery

Cell Fusion

Electric Field

Polynucleotide

Dielectrophoresis

Multiple Electrode Array

Macromolecule Delivery

Treatment Apparatus

Ex Vivo Method

Dynamic Mixing

Electrical Fields

16 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11578318 - Large volume ex vivo electroporation method (2023-02-14),

2. 10494626 - Dynamic mixing and electroporation chamber and system (2019-12-03),

3. 9982251 - Large volume ex vivo electroporation method (2018-05-29),

4. 9545350 - Sliding chair for assisting entering and exiting a bathtub (2017-01-17),

5. 8979818 - Method and apparatus for the delivery of polynucleotide vaccines to mammalian skin (2015-03-17),

6. 7824901 - Non-uniform electric field chamber for cell fusion (2010-11-02),

7. 7371561 - In vitro, multiple electrode pair array and multiple treatment cell apparatus for use in electroporation (2008-05-13),

8. 6916656 - Non-linear amplitude dielectrophoresis waveform for cell fusion (2005-07-12),

9. 6878538 - Apparatus for receiving and aligning a multiple electrode pair array and a multiple treatment cell for use in electroporation (2005-04-12),

10. 6713291 - Electrodes coated with treating agent and uses thereof (2004-03-30),

11. 6653114 - Method and apparatus for treating materials with electrical fields having varying orientations (2003-11-25),

12. 6603998 - Delivery of macromolecules into cells (2003-08-05),

13. 6117660 - Method and apparatus for treating materials with electrical fields (2000-09-12),

14. 6078490 - Method of treating materials with pulsed electrical fields (2000-06-20),

15. 6010613 - Method of treating materials with pulsed electrical fields (2000-01-04),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Richard E. Walters

Introduction: Richard E. Walters, based in Columbia, MD, is a prolific inventor with a remarkable portfolio of 16 patents. His innovative work primarily focuses on electroporation methods and apparatuses that significantly advance the field of molecular biology and genetic engineering. This article delves into his latest patents, career highlights, and collaborations that define his contribution to technology and science.

Latest Patents: Richard E. Walters' recent inventions include two noteworthy patents that demonstrate his expertise in electroporation techniques. The first, titled "Large Volume Ex Vivo Electroporation Method," introduces a scalable method for treating vesicles with exogenous material using pulsed electric fields. This method ensures a uniform treatment time while retaining the suspension of vesicles and exogenous material within a specially designed chamber.

The second patent, "Dynamic Mixing and Electroporation Chamber and System," details a novel chamber apparatus with strategically oriented inlet ports for effective mixing of cells and exogenous material. This design promotes a dynamic flow, ensuring optimal mixing and treatment of the substances within the chamber.

Career Highlights: Throughout his career, Richard E. Walters has been associated with notable companies, including Cyto Pulse Sciences, Inc. His work at these institutions has showcased his dedication to enhancing electroporation technologies and their applications in research and therapeutic contexts.

Collaborations: Collaboration has been a significant aspect of Walters' career. He has worked alongside esteemed colleagues such as Alan D. King and Derin C. Walters, contributing to a dynamic environment of innovation and scientific exploration. Their collective expertise has propelled advancements in the methods and apparatuses for electroporation.

Conclusion: Richard E. Walters stands out as a visionary inventor in the realm of electroporation, with a robust portfolio of patents that are instrumental in the advancement of molecular biology techniques. His continuous efforts to innovate and refine methods for the treatment of vesicles demonstrate his commitment to science and technology. As he moves forward, his contributions are likely to pave the way for new developments and applications in the field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.