Sasidhar Varanasi

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 2 EPO patents, primarily in Biomass Conversion Technology. Top assignees: The University of Toledo, Suganit Systems Inc.. Active years: 1993-2021.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Sasidhar Varanasi. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/sasidhar-varanasi

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 24 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 70.8

CIPO Patents = 3 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.0

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 78(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

24 out of 368

The University of Toledo

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1993-2021

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Areas of Expertise:

Biomass Conversion

Microalgae Harvesting

Lipid Recovery

Biofuels Production

Continuous-Flow Pyrolysis

Furan Production

Thermal Fractionation

Fermentation Techniques

Isomerization

Amino Esters

Algal Biomass

Cellulose Saccharification

24 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11104920 - Enzymatic digestion of microalgal biomass for lipid, sugar, and protein recovery (2021-08-31),

2. 11015167 - High yield algal biomass production without concentrated COsupply under open pond conditions (2021-05-25),

3. 10894920 - High-yield production of fuels and petro- and oleo-chemical precursors from vegetable oils and other liquid feedstocks in a continuous-flow pyrolysis reactor with or without catalysts (2021-01-19),

4. 10752924 - Enzymatic digestion of microalgal biomass for lipid, sugar, and protein recovery (2020-08-25),

5. 10457909 - High yield algal biomass production without concentrated COsupply under open pond conditions (2019-10-29),

6. 10351886 - Methods for high yield production of furans from biomass sugars at mild operating conditions (2019-07-16),

7. 10190058 - High-yield production of fuels and petro- and oleo-chemical precursors from vegetable oils and other liquid feedstocks in a continuous-flow pyrolysis reactor with or without catalysts (2019-01-29),

8. 10087137 - Cross metathesis approach to C11-C13 fatty-chain amino esters from oleic acid derivatives (2018-10-02),

9. 10077422 - Microalgae harvesting using stimuli-sensitive hydrogels (2018-09-18),

10. 9856445 - System for simultaneous isomerization and fermentation of sugars (2018-01-02),

11. 9845294 - Ring closing metathesis approach to produce precursors of nylon 11, 12, and 13 from oleic acid (2017-12-19),

12. 9828615 - Methods for high yield production of furans from biomass sugars at mild operating conditions (2017-11-28),

13. 9809781 - Thermal fractionation of biomass of non-lignocellulosic origin for multiple high-quality biofuels (2017-11-07),

14. 9562210 - Methods for production of fatty acid alkanolamides (FAAAs) from microalgae biomass (2017-02-07),

15. 9528104 - System for simultaneous isomerization and fermentation of sugars (2016-12-27),

Title: Sasidhar Varanasi: Innovator in Microalgal Biomass Recovery

Introduction

Sasidhar Varanasi is an accomplished inventor based in Toledo, OH, known for his innovative contributions to the field of biotechnology. With a remarkable portfolio of 24 patents, Varanasi's work focuses on the recovery of valuable biomolecules from microalgal biomass, positioning him as a significant figure in advancements related to sustainable energy and bioprocessing.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents, Varanasi has developed methods for the enzymatic digestion of microalgal biomass to recover lipids, sugars, and proteins. These methods employ the treatment of microalgae with a fungal acid protease or a combination of proteases and amylases to optimize the extraction process. Another noteworthy patent concerns high-yield algal biomass production in open pond conditions, where Varanasi devised systems for efficient culturing of algae without the need for concentrated CO2 supply.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Sasidhar Varanasi has made significant strides while working with the University of Toledo and the innovative firm Suganit Systems Inc. His research efforts have led to practical applications of microalgal bioprocessing that are critical for biofuel production and nutritional enhancement of food products.

Collaborations

Varanasi has collaborated with esteemed colleagues in his field, including Sridhar Viamajala and Patricia Ann Relue. These collaborations have fostered a rich exchange of ideas and techniques that have contributed to the advancement of research in algal biotechnology.

Conclusion

Sasidhar Varanasi's innovative work in the area of microalgal biomass recovery underscores his role as a leading inventor in biotechnology. His contributions not only push the boundaries of current research but also pave the way for future advancements in sustainable practices for biomass utilization.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.